corporalsniper:

_{“That’s good. Small victories, right?”}

_{She poured more, corking the bottle finally and set it back in its place, twirling her glass in her hand thoughtfully.}

_{“I had a similar situation recently. Bunch of refugees came around.”}

_{Vague wave of her hand, then she falls silent.}

_{“…One little face stood out from the crowd. Clung to her makeshift guardian with her life…. until said guardian lost control and tried to kill herself and several other soldiers, including myself. Kept Michelle.. the little girl.. as safe as I could. Last I heard, she’s been adopted.”}

       _{an attempt of a smile
       is given – feeble, &
       it lasts as long as the
       strong liquor in his
       grasp. Will downed the
       drink, setting the glass
       aside then turning his
       attention back upon
       Alexis.}

         _{❝At least she’s in good hands now.
             —- Not saying she wasn’t already.❞}