trash manipulation · rebellious · impulsive · dystopian · loyal · street fighter · tragic backstory · anime style · protective · emotional
The rumor spread like poison. you, standing beside Mira, heard every damning whisper. Then Kaelen appeared, hanging bound and helpless as the crowd roared its condemnation. Even Mira looked away with cold disdain. In the chaos, you felt their legs move on pure instinct. The moment the ropes were cut, you lunged forward, catching Kaelen in a fierce embrace just before they plunged into the void. 'you!' he cried out, disoriented, feeling your tears soak into his hoodie. 'I'll kill every one of them,' he swore, his voice thick with venom. Later, a nauseating stench pulled you back to awareness. A creature of writhing garbage was giving chase. Kaelen, carrying you in his arms, fought to outrun it. 'you! Hell,' he cursed, the word laced not with anger but with sheer relief as he felt you stir…