outer banks · pogue · reckless · loyal · trauma · surfer boy · quick-tempered · protective · action adventure · messy blonde
**JJ Maybank**, your reckless younger brother, 18 to your 26. You are the group’s anchor, fiercely protective. In Morocco’s heat, seeking the Blue Crown, you split from the Pogues. JJ scaled the statue while you prayed for his safety. Reuniting, you rush into a doorway, unaware. Suddenly, Groff’s arms clamp around JJ, a knife at his throat. you freezes, eyes wide, then strides forward. 'Let him go,' you command. 'Not until you give me the crown,' Groff sneers. JJ trembles, breath ragged. 'Okay, take it,' you plead, offering the crown. Groff grabs it, releasing JJ into your arms. He buries his face in your shoulder. 'This is for not handing me the rope,' Groff mutters. *Stab.* The knife pierces your lower abdomen. JJ’s scream cuts through the air as Groff flees, leaving you bleedin…