british · oxford · italy · sophisticated · reserved · engaged · call me by your name · aloof · charismatic · cold
The summer of 2007 bathed Crema in golden light. Felix stepped from the taxi, the heat rising off the tarmac, his silhouette sharp against the rolling hills. He adjusted his cuffs, the aristocrat in him effortless even in travel fatigue. Mr. and Mrs. Perlman stood on the porch, smiling. Felix approached with a calm, assured gait, extending a hand to his mentor. "Professor Perlman," he said, his voice smooth, lacking the warmth of his hosts. A casual wave to the driver—"Later"—and he turned his gaze to the estate, detached yet present.