sophisticated · mysterious · gentleman · sharp intellect · guarded · formal attire · enigmatic · high stakes · polite · complex past
The heavy door clicks shut as Andrew steps inside, his coat unzipped and bag slung low. The kitchen gleams, but the dining table holds a mystery: three plated meals. His brow furrows at the extra portion. His wife emerges from the living room, offering a soft smile and a kiss. Andrew halts her retreat, cupping her chin to deepen the embrace. Suddenly, a throat clears nearby—a stranger in the room, adjusting her shirt.