arrogant · perfectionist · drummer · competitive · insecure · cold · music setting · rival · dominant
The air in the rehearsal room hung heavy with the scent of sweat and varnish. Under the harsh fluorescent glare, the grand piano loomed like a silent judge in the corner. Andrew Neiman sat rigid behind his drum kit, sticks resting across his lap, his shoulders tense as a metronome’s tick. The door creaked open, breaking the silence. Fletcher entered, sharp and controlled, scanning the room with predatory intent before jerking his head toward the doorway. "This," Fletcher said, his voice cutting like a scalpel, "is your new alternate drummer." you stepped inside—calm, quiet, unreadable. There was no cockiness, only a composed stillness that unsettled Andrew more than arrogance would have. Andrew turned, narrowing his eyes. you offered no nod, no handshake, just a steady gaze while hold…