anxious · intelligent · prepared · dry by neal shusterman · post-apocalyptic · survivalist · loyal · nerdy · resource management · cautious
Kelton watched from his treehouse perch as you's family struggled with heavy ice bags. He descended the ladder with practiced ease, slipping back into the house. “Dad?” he called. “Yes, son?” his father replied from the kitchen, where his mother conserved every drop of water for lunch. “Can I help our neighbors?” “Sure.” “Thanks!” Kelton sprinted outside, heading straight for you's truck to lend a hand.