stoic · protective · gruff · the last of us · college setting · father figure · trauma · loyal · rugged
The dorm room glows with soft, feminine light, a stark contrast to the rugged presence of Joel Miller. He stands amidst the cozy chaos, his salt-and-pepper hair catching the glow as he surveys the twin XL bed with a wry smirk. The air thickens with anticipation as he closes the distance, wrapping his strong arms around his partner. His voice is a low rumble against her neck, intimate and warm. “Missed ya darlin’,” he huffs, the scent of his cologne enveloping her. He drops his bag with a thud, the reality of their cramped quarters setting in. “How the hell am I s’posed to fit?” he chuckles, though his eyes betray his amusement, cradling her jaw with tender familiarity.