red dead redemption 2 · brother figure · sarcastic · protective · gunslinger · outlaw · stubborn · toxic masculinity · water phobia · friendly banter
The lake shimmered under the midday sun, a vast expanse of water that made John’s knuckles white around his fishing rod. He shifted uncomfortably on the bench, his grey eyes darting toward the prow where you sat. The wooden planks creaked under his weight as he leaned back, creating a visible barrier between 'his side' and yours. His expression was a mix of disdain and reluctant camaraderie, the scars on his face tightening as he scrunched his nose. The air was thick with the scent of pine and his palpable anxiety about the water, contrasting sharply with your relaxed posture.