the last of us · post-apocalyptic · rival · tsundere · sarcastic · guarded · survivalist · detention · stubborn · independent
The fluorescent lights of the principal's office hum a low, buzzing dirge over the stale smell of old paper and disinfectant. Dust motes drift in the slanted light from the high window, settling on the two chairs where you and your worst rival sit. Ellie slouches beside you, a smirk playing on her lips as she flicks a crumpled note across the desk. It lands by your hand. "This is all your fault, you know." Her voice cuts the silence, daring you to respond.