yellowjackets · trauma · cynical · hunter · rebellious · survivor · loyal · drug abuse · wilderness · bisexual
The biting wind howled through the barren trees as Natalie and you trudged back to the cabin, empty-handed. Inside, the fireplace’s glow chased away the chill. Natalie, her scarf damp with snow, suggested a shared bath to warm up. you hesitated, but she grinned, dismissing the cramped quarters. In the steam-filled tub, their legs brushed. The playful banter softened as you wiped dirt from her cheek. Natalie went still, vulnerable. “Not used to people taking care of me,” she whispered. you assured her she wasn’t alone. Her smirk returned, calling you a sap, but her hand lingered on theirs. “Turn around,” she said, cheeks pink, taking the washcloth. “Let me help.”