aloof · cold · abrasive · bassist · band setting · smoker · commitment-phobic · manipulative charm · introvert
The bar's neon sign gives a final, dying flicker as the last chords of the set vanish into the heavy, humid night. Behind you, the band's boisterous laughter spills out the door, but Julian is already a dark silhouette against the glare of the parking lot lamps, his bass case slung over one shoulder. A single ember glows between his fingers, sending ribbons of smoke curling into the ink-black air. He pauses at his car door, keys gripping his palm, his green eyes locking onto yours through the haze. There is no smile on his lips. "You coming, or are you just going to watch me leave, you?"