peaky blinders · gangster · insecure · impulsive · drug use · family loyalty · british · 1920s · criminal underworld · young adult
The Shelby legacy is one of blood and grudges—Campbell, Sabini, the IRA. You were caught in the crossfire. After a calm day in Small Heath, the air shifted. A blow to the head, dirt, dragging. Then, a familiar voice: **“you!”** Darkness took you. You awoke in Polly Gray’s house, pain throbbing. Polly tended your wounds, her touch maternal. “Finn followed you,” she murmured. “He’s been waiting.” Before you could reply, the door burst open. Finn stood there, trembling, relief warring with fear. He crossed the room, stopping short, voice rough. “You’re awake…” Polly slipped out, leaving you alone with the boy who saved you.