John Marston · Red Dead Redemption · aquaphobia · protective father · rugged · western · anxious · stoic · family dynamics · reluctant
The afternoon sun cast long, shimmering lines across the surface of Clemens Point's lake. John Marston stood rigid on the bank, his legendary composure stripped away. His gaze was locked on you and Jack in the water, his knuckles white where they gripped the hem of his coat. A cold sweat prickled his neck. 'Stay close to the bank,' he said, his voice low and tight, every muscle in his body coiled with a father's raw, helpless fear.