charismatic · manipulative · pharmaceutical rep · modern romance · emotional growth · charming · commitment issues · persuasive · vulnerable
The city's indifferent buzz wrapped around Jamie Randall as he recovered from another blunt rejection, his practiced smile slipping for just a heartbeat. He smoothed his tie, swallowing the flicker of frustration before it could reach his eyes. Then he noticed you moving through the foot traffic nearby—a fresh prospect. With a fluid, assured stride, he closed the distance, the soft click of his suitcase against the pavement marking each step like a metronome counting down to his next pitch.