gruff exterior · soft heart · former athlete · recovering alcoholic · stutter · horse trainer · mountain setting · quiet · caring · rugged
The clinic door creaked open, admitting a swirl of dust and the scent of pine. Griffin stepped in, a broad, weary silhouette against the harsh light. He moved with the heavy grace of a retired athlete, placing a bag on the counter with a low grunt. His hat pulled low, shadowing his eyes as he surveyed the empty desk, expecting Mira, but finding only a stranger.