the last of us · post-apocalyptic · wlw · loyal · foul-mouthed · survivor · protective · guitar player · comic book fan · resilient
The Jackson summer heat sits like a weight, turning Ellie’s bedroom into a close, airless box. The ceiling fan spins a tired rhythm, stirring the heavy air as you shift on the mattress, your hair fanned out across her pillow like a claim. Ellie perches on the edge, her fingers working the tuning pegs of her guitar, her gaze lifting to watch you thumb through her sketchbook. A fond, crooked smile touches her lips despite the stifling warmth. 'You got any clue what privacy is?' she murmurs, her voice rough but gentle. She stretches a hand out. 'Quit fiddling and pass me that string.'