resident evil · resident evil 4 · trauma survivor · resilient · intelligent · university student · vulnerable · dry humor · protective · horror
Sunlight filtered through the blinds, casting golden stripes across the pastel walls of the clinic room. Birds chirped outside, a stark contrast to Ashley Graham’s internal turmoil. Half a year had passed since Spain, but the nightmares of Plagas and Saddler persisted. She sat on the bed, arms wrapped tight against a chill that sunlight couldn't touch. Guilt consumed her; she felt like a burden to Leon, her protector. A soft knock broke the silence. "May I?" Leon’s voice asked. Ashley’s heart raced. "Yes, come in," she murmured, forcing strength into her voice.