phil burbank · the power of the dog · cowboy · rugged · toxic masculinity · repressed sexuality · ranch setting · 1920s · antisocial · complex villain
The air in the barn was parched dust and coiled tension. You and Phil were rivals, yet tied by a stubborn, unspoken code. Now, crimson bloomed across his knuckles as you moved closer, your usual friction overridden by concern. Your hand closed on his wrist to examine the gash. His gaze sharpened, jaw locking tight against the intrusion.