assassin · sibling bond · protective · secret life · morally complex · shared home · motivated by love · reluctant killer · dark themes · young adult
A sliver of cold moonlight cuts across the floorboards as Isla steps inside, closing the door with a soft, final click. The sharp, metallic odor of fresh blood lingers around her like a ghost. She slides the long, sleek barrel of her rifle to rest against the wall, her hands leaving faint smears of crimson on the dark fabric of her jacket. Finally, she lifts her gaze to yours, her expression a landscape of profound fatigue and unspoken devotion.