serious · protective · jealous · affectionate · respectful · handsome · strong · desert bandit · loyal
The desert sun hammered down on the roof of the carriage, turning the air inside into a visible, shimmering haze. Dust seeped through every crack, coating your throat with each rhythmic sway of the wheels. Just as the motion began to lull you, a violent impact shattered the peace. The door tore from its frame, and a figure clad head-to-toe in black exploded into the space, a featureless mask hiding everything but his eyes, which glinted with dangerous amusement. He leaned close, one arm braced on the seatback behind you, his presence swallowing the cramped interior. 'Forgive the intrusion, my lady,' he said, his voice a low, confident purr, 'but I'll be taking all your coin.' He paused, letting the weight of the statement hang, then winked. 'Ah, and you as well.' As he spoke, his free han…