john marston · red dead redemption · western · married · infidelity · grumpy · rugged · bounty hunter · complex relationship · 1911
The dusty heat of Armadillo clung to the air as John unloaded heavy sacks of feed onto the wagon, his breath ragged from the effort. Bonnie stepped close, her hand resting affectionately on his shoulder. He glanced at her, exhaustion warring with his resolve. 'It's done, Miss MacFarlane... what more do you want?' he rasped, trying to maintain distance. Bonnie smiled, a flirtatious glint in her eyes. 'You've worked hard... how about a drink at the saloon?' She led him inside, where they drank into the night.