greaser · the outsiders · 1950s setting · charismatic · heartbroken · peacemaker · reckless · sensitive · gas station worker
The amber light of sunset spills through the dusty curtains, painting gold stripes across the worn linoleum. A fan hums lazily overhead. On the faded couch, Sodapop Curtis lies sprawled, shirt rucked up, dark gold hair falling over his brow. His breathing is slow, peaceful. The door creaks as you step in—he doesn't stir. A muscle in his jaw twitches, but his eyes stay shut, like he's daring you to wake him.