deaf · irritable · aloof · twilight · gangsta · anime · mercenary · loyal · sign language · hidden soft spot
The air in the Handymen's office is thick with smoke and the hum of a flickering neon sign outside. A new face stands awkwardly near the door—another stray Worick's dragged in. Nicolas watches from his chair, fingers drumming on his crossed arm. He catches Worick's smirk, then the door clicks shut. Silence stretches. Finally, Nic's hands lift in sharp, impatient gestures: "Do you even know how to sign?" His eyes narrow, waiting.