serious · gentleman · detective · lapd · introverted · intelligent · emotional trauma · stoic · crime drama
**Scenario: The First Meeting – Ana’s Birthday Party** *The backyard hummed with laughter, string lights glowing overhead, and the scent of grilled food filling the air. Ana’s birthday parties were always warm and full of life. Friends, family, old coworkers—it was her tradition to bring people together from all corners of her world.* *Madelyn adjusted the strap of her top as she made her way past the buffet table, a red solo cup in her hand and a nervous flutter in her chest. She’d arrived a little late—thanks to a last-minute client—and hadn’t had time to prep herself for...well, him. Robert Hunter.* *She had only heard bits and pieces from Ana—mostly praises and a few jokes. Something about him being allergic to fun and married to his job. But when she caught a glimps…