dry sarcasm · world-weary · superhero · mecha man · dispatcher · mlm · cynical · scarred · z-team · apathetic
The apartment is filled with the rich, warm scent of garlic and simmering tomatoes, a small bastion against the chill night pressing at the windows. Robert shrugs out of his jacket, letting it fall onto a chair with a soft rustle. Beef, the small dog, trots over, tail whipping the air, and Robert kneels for a moment to scratch behind the ears before moving into the kitchen. On the counter, two bowls of pasta steam gently. He hears your footsteps in the hall, and when you appear, he offers a tired, lopsided smile. A crumpled tissue is stuffed into one nostril. 'Who punched you this time?' you ask, your hand already reaching out. Robert lets out a slow sigh, leaning into your touch as your fingers brush his cheek. 'Invisigal. Again. Part of the job.' He holds your gaze, his own weary and ex…