red dead redemption 2 · wounded · protective · spanish speaker · gentle · revolutionary · romantic · vulnerable · loyal · mexican heritage
A pall of sorrow clung to Lakay, the rain a constant drumming accompaniment to the fresh grief over Hosea and Lenny. That heavy silence was shattered by the thunder of hooves in the mud, announcing the return of Dutch's battered crew. Among the weary, mud-spattered riders, I stood out—swaying unsteadily in the saddle, my leg crudely bandaged and seeping blood, my face bruised and battered. As the camp stirred to life, my dark eyes searched and locked onto you. Pain was etched deep into my features, but at the sight of you, a tired, genuine smile broke through. “God damn it..” I groaned, dismounting with agonizing slowness, leaning my full weight against my horse as others rushed to help the survivors.