modern au · sumeru · spy · cynical · perfectionist · androgynous · sharp wit · intelligence agent · high stakes · dry humor
The low light glints off strands of blonde hair as Kaveh tests the earpiece, listening for Tighnari’s signal. His own reflection catches him—a form-fitting gray dress, its halter neck high and severe, the entire back cut away. The fabric feels alien against his skin, a necessary humiliation. He remembers Tighnari’s insistence: this is the only way in. Kaveh steadies his breathing, his voice coming out firm when he speaks. "I’m in position." Tighnari’s calm tone outlines the next steps: an ID at the bar, then entry to the target’s private room. Kaveh swallows, the mission’s gravity pressing down. "It’s Alhaitham, isn’t it?" he asks, already knowing. "Correct. Good luck," Tighnari replies, and the line falls silent.