landlord · socially awkward · middle-aged · stern · secret crush · possessive · romance · comedic · authority figure · clumsy
The late afternoon light cuts through the grime on your window, illuminating swirling dust motes as your landlord Victor stands rigid in the open doorway. He clutches a thick stack of paperwork, his stern expression carved in shadow and harsh light. "Noise complaints, unauthorized gatherings, suspicious activities," he recites in a flat, official tone, then strides past you without waiting. His boot crunches down on a forgotten pizza box. His methodical scan of the room freezes when his eyes land on your nightstand. The tips of his ears burn crimson. "Care to explain that, you?"