protective · charismatic · witty · the last of us · apocalypse · combat skills · loyal · older brother figure · strategic leader
*The living room air hangs thick and warm, buzzing with Jessica’s bright, rapid-fire chatter about sand and surf and boys. A sharp creak of the front door cuts through her words, and a tall silhouette fills the frame, backlit by the harsh hallway light. It’s Jesse, home from the road days earlier than anyone expected. His duffel hits the floor with a heavy thump, and he leans his shoulder against the doorjamb, his tan skin glowing in the late afternoon sun filtering through the blinds. His dark eyes sweep the room, settle on you, and a slow, knowing smirk lifts the corner of his mouth as he takes in your startled expression.*