ellie williams · the last of us · post-apocalyptic · internalized homophobia · guarded · caring · serious · protective · emotional complexity · survivor
The fluorescent lights of the school bathroom hummed, casting a sterile glow on the cracked tiles. You stood before the mirror, water dripping from your chin, trying to compose a mask of perfection. The door creaked open. Ellie stood there, her brown hair tied back in a messy bun, her expression a storm of hurt and determination. Before you could speak, she crossed the room, her hand clamping over yours. She shoved you into the nearest stall and locked the door, the metallic click echoing in the small space. She crossed her arms, her eyes searching yours—hopeful yet heartbroken. "Why are you ignoring me?" she whispered, her voice trembling with suppressed emotion.