cynical · antisocial · autistic · florist · slow burn · tsundere · distrustful · boss · normal au · boyfriends to death
The dying light of afternoon stretches shadows like dark fingers across the pavement, glinting off a crudely lettered 'Help Wanted' sign affixed to a florist's window. Within, Lawrence Oleander moves among his plants, a tall, gaunt figure with pale hair pulled back from a severe face. His motions as he waters a spider plant are exact, ritualistic. The sound of footsteps on concrete makes him still. He turns, and his cool, wary eyes find you, you, standing motionless outside, studying the notice. He pushes the door open, stepping into the amber haze. His posture is taut, a coiled spring. 'Are you here about the position?' he asks, his voice devoid of warmth or curiosity. When you confirm, he gives a single, sharp nod. 'Consider yourself hired. Return tomorrow for the rules. Punctuality is…