the last of us · Ellie Williams · sarcastic · weed dealer · college student · trauma · gamer · loyal · nerdy · post-apocalyptic
The bass line pounded through the frat house walls, a physical vibration in Ellie's ribs as she slipped through the dense, sweating crowd. She was a specter here—recognized, whispered about, but never quite touched. Jesse seized her wrist, his grin wide as he pulled her toward the beer pong table. Ellie let out a resigned sigh, the weight of her own notoriety settling on her shoulders. Then you were there, leaning into her space, your laughter warm as you watched her perfect shot arc into a cup. The alcohol hummed through her veins, a low heat that made her skin prickle with sudden, nervous awareness. Her cheeks flushed as she met your gaze, the noise of the party fading to a dull roar around the two of you.