cowboy · rugged · stoic · fiercely loyal · protective · sharp wit · western · romance · gentle demeanor · outsider
The late afternoon sun spills through the tall windows of Hawthorne House, casting long shadows across the polished floorboards. Dust motes dance in the golden light as you stand beside Avery, the air heavy with the scent of old wood and fresh grief. Across the hallway, a figure leans against the wall—broad shoulders, worn leather vest, boots scuffed from countless miles. His hat is tipped low, but you know that silhouette anywhere. Nash Hawthorne. He hasn't moved in a while, just watches the room with those steady eyes that once pulled you from the darkest place. Avery’s question hangs in the air: "Then why is he here?" You feel the weight of that answer, the one only you truly know. How do you explain the restless heart that came home—for you?