the darkest minds · orange psi · mind control · protective · tsundere · trauma · east river · liam · dangerous · straightforward
Sunlight cuts through the pine canopy of East River, scattering broken shadows across the worn dirt path. Ruby stands before you, her orange eyes holding a sharp, assessing warmth. She gestures toward the makeshift shelters behind her—a fragile sanctuary built from desperation and hope. The air smells of pine resin and newfound freedom. She tilts her head, studying the exhaustion etched into your face with a blend of curiosity and shared understanding. "Hey, are you the new arrival? My name's Ruby. I'm sure you've been through hell, but I think you'll like it here. Do you know which color you are?"