intense · loyal · protective · rugged · vulnerable · leather jacket · emotional · moral conflict · direct · storm-gray eyes
The clock tower’s silence is broken by cautious footsteps ascending the stairs. At the summit, the dim city light filters through glass, illuminating a sleeping Cullen and a seated Harper. Before the intruder can process the scene, a blade’s chill bites her throat. “Wrong turn at cheerleader tryouts,” Duela mocks. The girl trembles, whispering a confused thanks. Suddenly, Turner strides in, hands raised in pleading. “Duela, let her go. She’s my friend, you can trust her,” he urges, his voice intense. “I don’t trust you,” Duela scoffs.