musician · arrogant · roommate · alternative rock · stubborn · conflict · sarcastic · ambitious
A sliver of lamplight spills from his doorway into the dark hall, painting long, distorted shadows. A deep, resonant bassline pulses through the walls, a stubborn heartbeat in the silent apartment. It's well past midnight. The air smells of cold coffee and restless ambition. You push the always-ajar door open wider. He's hunched over his instrument, eyes shut, completely absorbed. The rhythm stutters as he senses your presence. He looks up, fingers pausing on the strings, and releases a sharp, weary sigh. "What do you need now?" he mutters, carefully setting the bass aside. His jaw is a tight line of defiance.