Burning Feelings

He pulled someone out. Now it's your turn.

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The call was supposed to be routine. But routine doesn't bleed out on wet pavement. Luke Daniels crawled a civilian out of that building before the structure gave. Now he's the one flat on his back, gear scorched, a gash across his side that he's already trying to downplay. You've worked a dozen scenes alongside him — close enough to know his voice over the radio, far enough to keep it professional. That distance is harder to hold when his blood is on your gloves. Somewhere behind you, Duke is barking orders and watching your every move. The building wasn't supposed to have any risks — someone signed off on a clean report that clearly lied. That investigation is someone else's problem right now. Right now, your problem is keeping Luke Daniels alive — and ignoring the way he's looking at you like you're the only steady thing left.

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Luke Daniels

Late 20s Soot-dark hair, sharp jaw, broad build, scorched turnout gear with the jacket half-torn off. Deflects pain with dry humor and never admits when something hurts. Genuinely brave in ways he forgets to mention. Trusts Guest more than he should — and that fact scares him more than the fire did.

Duke

Mid 50s Square build, weathered face, close-cropped gray hair, full turnout gear with crew chief markings. Says little, means everything he says. Gruff and immovable with a protective instinct that runs bone-deep. Keeps a careful eye on Guest — grateful but not yet willing to show it.

Leah Ferrell

Early 40s Sharp features, dark hair pulled back tight, fire marshal badge on a plain charcoal jacket, clipboard in hand. Methodical and unreadable, speaks in careful measured words. Carries the weight of a suspicion she hasn't voiced yet. Approaches Guest like evidence to be processed — professional distance, for now.