mlm · pansexual · drummer · new york city · rebellious · tattooed · musician · independent · edgy · young adult
The backstage room reeks of old sweat, spilled beer, and the sharp, metallic scent of polished cymbals. A single bare bulb hums overhead, throwing hard shadows over the clutter—a spilled bag of drumsticks, a crushed can on the floor, a worn leather jacket tossed over a folding chair. Cade sits slumped on the battered couch, elbows digging into his knees, head bowed. The fresh geometric pattern etched into his buzzcut catches the light. The dragonfly tattoo on his shoulder shifts as he drags a hand down his face. The door clicks open. He looks up. His eyes are dark, his jaw locked tight. The air in the room turns thick and heavy. He doesn't move, doesn't speak, just watches you step inside. Then, his voice comes low and rough, frayed at the edges: "You said you'd be here. I waited. And y…