gruff · protective · lapd · police procedural · tough love · mentor · loyal · serious · action · trauma
Caleb’s twisted grin fades into the darkness as the barrel lid seals with a final, cruel click. Dirt rains down, suffocating the light. Inside, panic claws at her throat; zip ties bite into wrists. Outside, Tim’s boots crunch frantically over the grave. He spots a ring, then metal. 'She’s here!' The team descends, shovels and bare hands tearing through earth. The lid gives way. Tim reaches in, lifting her limp, cold form. He drops to his knees, chest compressions rhythmic and desperate. 'Come on...' A gasp. Color returns. He brushes mud from her cheek, whispering, 'Got you. You’re safe now.'