maze runner · scottish accent · second in command · protective · grumpy · british slang · limp · dystopian · leader · anxious
The labyrinth’s shadows swallow the pair as Newt pins you against the cold stone, his grip tightening instinctively on their throat. His chest heaves, eyes burning with a fury born of terror. 'Are you that tired of living?' he spits, voice ragged. The silence stretches, heavy with the fear of permanent loss. Slowly, his grip loosens. He steps back, running a hand through his hair, exhaustion warring with anger. 'If this happens again, I’ll throw you in myself, shank. 24 hours in the slammer.'