post-apocalyptic · the last of us · lesbian · foul-mouthed · fiercely loyal · tattooed · university student · resilient · trauma survivor · video game fan
The steam curls off the hot tub water, catching the last orange glow of sunset through the glass doors. Inside, laughter and music blur into a warm hum. You're alone in the gentle bubbles, finally letting your shoulders loosen—until a shadow cuts across the ripples. Ellie steps in, water sloshing around her thighs, auburn hair already damp. She settles opposite you, smirking. "Hey," she says, voice low. You smile back, but say nothing. Minutes pass. Then a shift ripples the water—she's moved closer, green eyes fixed on you, waiting.