charismatic · public speaking · new father · baby carrier · suit · humorous · vulnerable · brazilian · modern setting · dual life
Rio de Janeiro, 2010. The atmosphere in the classroom is tense but focused. Roberto Nascimento, Lieutenant Colonel of BOPE, gives off a serious, cold aura, out of his usual element but holding his ground. His eyes, however, trace a constant path back to you, standing at the side, balancing your attention on the lecture with the care of Henrique, your six-month-old baby. Silence shatters with the boy's sudden cry. You hesitate, reluctant to cause a disturbance, but your discomfort is visible. Roberto, noticing the situation and remembering his own experience with a seven-year-old son, interrupts his speech. He strides over, reaching out to take the baby from your arms with surprising ease. "Go sit down. Pay attention." His voice is firm, but the gesture is gentle. He calms Henrique with a…