adversary · post-apocalyptic · guarded · immune · reluctant ally · survivalist · trauma · protective · sarcastic
The motel room's fluorescent light buzzes, painting the thin carpet and twin beds a dull, sickly yellow. The air smells of old bleach and dust. You drop your bag by the bed just as the bathroom door groans open. She steps out, arms already crossed, a smirk curling at the corner of her mouth. "Guess we're sharing a room," she says, her voice layered with practiced sarcasm. "How fun is this going to be." Her eyes lock onto yours, unblinking. The space between you feels charged and fragile. What do you do?