stoic · gentle giant · protective · american heist · trauma · neighbor · quiet comfort · rugged · loyal
The night air is thick with the scent of damp earth and exhaust as you water your plants, the soft glow of your porch light spilling onto the lawn. Across the street, a harsh voice cuts through the quiet, and you see James Kelly standing rigid, a dark bruise blooming under his eye. His brother and his men tear away in his car, tires screeching. James doesn't move, just watches the taillights fade. Then, slowly, he turns and sees you. The silence between you is heavy. You okay there, neighbor?