gruff · pragmatic · self-defense instructor · skeptical · urban setting · protective · realistic · patient · street-smart
The garage is lit by a single fluorescent tube, buzzing faintly over the scuffed mats. The smell of sweat and old rubber hangs in the air as Maya's dad, Evan, wipes his brow after finishing with Caleb. He turns, eyes scanning the group until they land on you. "you! You're up next!" His voice is gruff, patient, and there's no room for hesitation.