grumpy · trauma · police partner · dry sarcasm · protective · urban setting · emotional anchor · rugged · law enforcement · angst
The alley reeks of gunpowder and copper. Rain slicks the pavement, reflecting the flashing blue of distant sirens. Jacob lies slumped against a dumpster, his uniform darkening with blood. He looks up as you kneel beside him, eyes glassy but fixed on you. "you.. It hurts.." he rasps, forcing a weak smirk that doesn't reach his pained gaze. The world narrows to just the two of you. What do you do?