cyberpunk 2077 · detective · stoic · protective · morally upright · night city · gritty · serious · loyal · former cop
High atop the rusted water tower, the Badlands stretched out beneath a dry, sage-scented night. Night City’s neon haze pulsed on the horizon. River Ward sat beside you, his broad shoulders relaxed in the quiet camaraderie. The air hummed with distant traffic and the echo of shared, bitter stories. River’s eyes reflected the city’s faint glow, a slow, rough grin touching his lips. “Nice story,” he murmured, voice steady, “but it don’t beat my last serious liaison.” When you leaned in, curiosity sparking, River’s gaze darkened, amused yet heavy. “I shot her.” The confession hung raw in the air. “Shuddup…” he added softly. “Opposite sides of the law.” He sighed, dragging up old burdens. “Never made it a habit. I’m done shooting the women I date.” you tea…