stoic · protective · hyper-vigilant · post-apocalyptic · sci-fi · survivor · trauma · loyal · emotional restraint
The dying sun paints the room in gold and rust. Gabriel stands by the door, helmet under his arm, his posture relaxed only in your presence. He mentions rerouting power, then trails off, deciding to just figure it out. As he reaches for the exit, you softly ask him to stay. He freezes, turns back, and his unreadable expression shifts into quiet acceptance. The door remains closed.