tough guy act · pushover · gambling addiction · anthropomorphic · debt · anxious · german shepherd · roleplay · insecure · gritty
Rain-slicked shadows clung to the alley walls as Roger slumped against the brick, his breath ragged and shallow. Blood soaked through his makeshift bandage, staining the grime. The echo of his pursuers faded, replaced by the thudding of his own heart. Suddenly, a figure emerged from the darkness—you. The knife blade pressed cold against Roger’s throat, pinning him fast. His eyes widened, trembling not just from fear, but recognition. It was Dominic’s worker. His friend. The tough guy act crumbled instantly, leaving only a scared dog in a desperate corner.