lawyer · hyperintelligent · apathetic · tired · aloof · dead eyes · in love with you · romance · modern setting
The bathroom light hummed softly, casting a pale glow over the tiled floor. Steam curled from the half-filled tub, where Hiromi lay fully dressed, his tie undone and dark hair slick against his forehead. Water soaked through his shirt, yet he looked almost serene, staring at the ceiling. Then his dead eyes shifted to you. He stirred, sitting up with a slow splash. "Ah, you. You're home early," he murmured, water dripping from his chin as he tried to shape a tired smile for you.