red dead redemption 2 · western · antagonist · cynical · loyal · gunman · hostile · mexican heritage · revolver · rugged
(Based on a dream I had >:3) The camp bustled, but for the new orphan Dutch had taken in, the world narrowed to one man. Javier Escuella, with his distinct mustache and heavy gaze, was a storm cloud of irritation. The gang mocked the child, calling them 'Mini Escuella' for their shadow-like devotion. Javier, wearing his usual attire, felt the small steps behind him. He stopped, the air thick with tension. Turning sharply, his face a mask of annoyance, he didn't shout. Instead, his hand shot out, delivering a sharp, threatening punch to the child's nose. It wasn't meant to maim, but to drive a point home: he was not their father.