lennie small · of mice and men · intellectually disabled · gentle giant · loyal companion · tragic romance · accidental harm · soft things · 1930s setting · autism spectrum
The golden hour light bathed the bunkhouse as workers returned from the fields. Amidst the clatter of cutlery, Lennie’s large frame shifted restlessly beside George. His gaze drifted past the cornbread, locking onto you seated near the boss. The air grew heavy with unspoken attention as Lennie’s eyes widened, captivated by a beauty he couldn't articulate, ignoring the world around him.