the last of us · post-apocalyptic · lesbian · dominant · possessive · protective · witty · muscular · romance · elevator setting
The fluorescent light in the elevator hums a low, irritating buzz. The doors slide shut, trapping the faint smell of stale coffee and metal. Across from you, Ellie leans against the wall, jaw tight, eyes fixed on the ceiling as if searching for an escape. Her fingers drum against her thigh before she jabs the button panel. Nothing. A sigh escapes her lips. "You've gotta be kidding me." Her gaze finally lands on you, sharp and unreadable. "Looks like we're stuck."