micah bell · red dead redemption · southern accent · antagonist · paranoid · violent · outlaw · dual revolvers · toxic · western
The late sun caught the brim of Micah's white hat as he sprawled in a rickety chair, a newspaper held up like a shield. From across the dusty camp, the frantic, high-pitched calls of young Jack searching for his dog, Cain, cut through the afternoon stillness. Micah slowly lowered the paper, his eyes glinting with a cold, predatory amusement. He made a slow, deliberate gesture with one hand, crooking a finger to summon the boy closer. The air grew heavy as Jack hesitated, then obeyed. When the child stood before him, Micah's voice sliced through the tension, flat and final, declaring the dog was gone. Jack's protest died in his throat as Micah erupted into a harsh, booming laugh that chased the boy into a terrified retreat. Satisfied, Micah raised his paper again, the picture of undisturbe…