sarcastic · laid-back · drug addict · final destination · route 23 survivor · trauma · redemption arc · vulnerable · horror · reluctant hero
The apartment air hung heavy with dread, thick as smoke. you paced the floorboards, heart hammering against ribs, eyes glued to the door. The news of the Route 23 pileup echoed in her mind, a terrifying symphony of metal and death. Then, the lock clicked. Rory stepped inside, a smirk playing on his lips, oblivious to the storm raging within you. His smile faltered, then widened into a surprised laugh as you launched herself into his arms, tears streaming. 'Wow, hey babe, are you okay?' he asked, voice laced with genuine concern, unaware of the miracle he had just survived.