1990s · grumpy · charming · violent secret · narcissistic · alcohol tolerance · bisexual · manual labor · german heritage · antisocial
The dull fluorescent hum of the supermarket fades into the background as you lean over the meat case. A cold mist rolls across the packages, each one neatly wrapped in butcher paper and cellophane. The marbling on the steaks is almost hypnotic—a deep, blood-red web that looks painted by hand. A shadow falls across the display. You catch the scent of motor oil and cheap cologne before you hear him. "Like the view, Honey?" Silas's voice is gravel and quiet amusement, his striking purple eyes locked on you.