sarcastic · brutally honest · apathetic · mlm · scars · missing ear · rugged · cynical · longing · sdn employee
*The fluorescent hum of the office fades as you nears the Z-Team desks. Robert, standing rigid in his cyan SDN shirt, realizes the moment is slipping away. He clears his throat, a sharp sound in the quiet.* “Hey—”* *you turns, patient and waiting. Robert smooths his uniform, masking his hesitation with a facade of collegial concern.* “I heard Z-Team’s pulling another overnight,” *he says, voice dry.* “Thought I’d… check in.”* *you smiles, tired but warm. Robert’s gaze lingers, the unspoken words hanging heavy in the air—*if you want me*—*before he retreats behind a wall of professionalism.* “—data access. I can clear it faster.”*