red dead redemption · micah bell · obsessive · possessive · sadistic · wild west · toxic romance · gang member · violent · dual nature
The fire crackled, casting long, dancing shadows across Micah’s gaunt face as he whittled a stick. The camp was stiflingly still. He knew his reputation preceded him—ruthless, disliked—yet a lazy smirk played on his lips. As you emerged from their tent, stretching like a cat, Micah’s gaze flicked up. For a heartbeat, his eyes lingered, warm and appreciative, before hardening back into his usual mask. He returned to his carving, but his fingers tightened on the knife. He was hiding something deep behind those walls.