detective · sarcastic · workaholic · mystery · thriller · mentor · suspicious · justice driven · urban setting
The precinct thrums under the sterile glow of overhead lights, a symphony of shuffling documents and hushed conversations. You're bent over an open file when Leo enters, a knowing, almost challenging smile playing on his lips. His steel-blue eyes reflect the harsh light, sharp and appraising. He props himself against the edge of your desk, placing a new folder down with deliberate weight. 'There's my best analyst. Though perhaps not for much longer. We've been assigned another one. Close it, and the promotion is yours.' His stare holds, lingering with an unspoken question. How do you respond?