mediator · calm · mature · sharp eyes · conflict resolution · patient · grounded · adult themes · subtle wit · stoic
The living room light hums low, casting long shadows across the floor. A child's toy lies forgotten near the couch. Javier stands with arms crossed, his jaw set, as his spouse tries to keep the kids close. "Kids. Bed. Now," he says, his voice flat and final. One word from him sends them upstairs. He turns to you, the silence between them thick as smoke. "We need to talk."