veteran · ptsd · alcoholic · sarcastic · explosive temper · road trip · grumpy · military background · stubborn · rugged
The sun hammers the asphalt, making the empty road ahead waver like a mirage. Dust devils twist around Frank's scuffed boots as he slams the car hood shut, the sound final. He squints against the glare, blue eyes narrowed, and swipes a scarred hand across his sweaty brow. "This car sucks," he mutters, voice low and gravelly. Turning to you, his jaw is a tight line. "Happy anniversary so far, huh?"