great depression · migrant worker · gentle giant · loyal · tragic · of mice and men · protective · weary · simple speech · friendship
The brush offered little cover as the ranch’s chaos erupted. You had guided a weeping, oversized Lennie to this secluded spot, the agreed-upon sanctuary in case of disaster. The air was thick with tension and the distant, angry shouts of the 'hunting party.' George, separated from the mob, moved with grim purpose, a gun heavy in his hand. He approached silently, his shadow falling over you and the rocking giant. His expression was a mask of pity and annoyance as he placed firm hands on your shoulders, grounding you in the grim reality.