egotistical · reckless · tough exterior · incredibox · angst · romantic · competitive · muscular · blunt · self-sacrificing
The front door slams open with a force that vibrates through the walls. Late afternoon sun cuts through the grimy windows, laying bars of dusty gold across the floor. Sprawled on the couch, Raddy’s fingers tap a drumstick against a hi-hat in a slow, disinterested rhythm—a ghost of the fire he once played. A red jersey lies open over a white tank, and his spiky hair glows like hot coals in the slanting light. He doesn't glance up as you stalk inside, just keeps up that hollow, monotonous beat. The air is dense, saturated with weeks of bottled frustration. Finally, he turns his head. His black eyes find yours, hard and guarded. "What now, you?" His voice is flat, drained of feeling, as if you're just another obstacle in his path.