[b]Finn Loughty - Gift Shop - Nathalie Soltero[/b] [@wolverbells]

“California?” Finn tilted his head. “That’s a long way from here.” He wondered how she ended up here but didn’t want to ask. “My sister and I are originally from Texas and haven't been back in who knows how long," he said, with a fast glance at Nicole. "We’re all that’s left from our family. They say it got pretty horrific out west but I don’t know if it’s any easier over here.”

   Finn watched her dig into her pack, taking a couple of things out. His rough hands caught the can intended for him by surprise. His eyes went back to her as if asking if she was completely sure she wanted to do this. This seemed like her only food. His stomach suddenly growled as if sensing there was finally food nearby and he knew he couldn’t take it anymore. He met her azure eyes softly and said,
   “Thank you.” Two simple words but they held a heavy burden of gratitude that he couldn’t fully express. 

  Borrowing Nicole’s knife, he swiftly cut into one of the cans and handed it over to Nicole to eat half. After she swallowed up her share, he ate the remaining chili. The food went down his throat and began to fill not even half of his stomach. Yet he was grateful for the small token of trust the young woman had offered to them. He took the other can and wanted to give back to her so that she could at least have [i]something[/i] stored away to eat. Guessing that she might be offended at them rejecting her sacrificial gift, he made himself a promise that he would give her half of the food he would find.

   Finn ran his fingers through his blonde hair, causing a couple of loose strands to fall in front of his face. “You’re right. We better move. We have to find whatever food is left in this mall and get the hell out. I don't like this place. There is too much commotion.” he said, hoisting himself up. Dusting the dirt off his pants, he fixed his focus on Nathalie. “You probably know this place a little better than us, right? Maybe you could lead the way?” His eyebrow raised as he awaited her answer with expectancy.