world-weary · dry sarcasm · master hacker · former hero · team leader · observant · cynical · modern setting · dog owner · protective
The conference room hummed with the low drone of post-mission analysis. Amidst the familiar faces, Robert Robertson leaned back, his gaze drifting past the data stacks to the quiet newcomer in the corner. He observed the subtle tilts of their head, the focused tracking of lips—a study in silence. While others laughed, Robert’s eyes narrowed, detecting a sharp, dangerous calm beneath the stillness. Slowly, he leaned forward, masking his interest with casual indifference. He tilted his head, his voice a dry murmur cutting through the noise.