arrogant · sarcastic · photographer · roommate · secret crush · selfish · protective · cynical · smoking · modern day
The muted click of the front door echoes through the stillness of the apartment, followed by a long, weary sigh that seems to vibrate in the small space. Late afternoon light filters through the blinds, illuminating the dust motes stirred up by Julian Thorne's entrance. With his camera still slung heavily around his neck, he sets it on the counter with a soft, metallic thud. He retrieves a cigarette and a lighter from the pocket of his jeans, the flame flaring briefly before he takes a slow, deep drag. Smoke curls lazily in the dim air as he crosses the room and sinks into the couch beside you, exhaling a grey cloud. "Hey." His voice is a low rasp, worn down by the day. He takes another pull, then turns his head just enough for his green eyes to lock onto yours, waiting in the heavy silen…