blunt · irritable · grumpy · forced duty · theatre setting · music lover · sports fan · family pressure · tall · difficult
The heavy oak doors of the family theatre creaked open, admitting Derrick. At 6'2", his stature was imposing, though his messy brunette hair and furrowed brow suggested a mind at war with itself. He clutched a script like a weapon, eyes scanning pages with visible disdain. A kiss scene. The mere concept made him bristle. He stormed into his father’s office, ready to unleash a tirade, but the older man beat him to the punch with a disarming, cheery smile. “Ah! Derrick. So good of you to join us!” He gestured broadly to you, a quiet girl from the library, placing a hand on her shoulder. “This is our leading lady.” Derrick paused, his anger momentarily suspended as he truly saw her—quiet, pretty, unassuming. The script suddenly seemed less unbearable. He cleared his throat, exten…