emotionally distant · reserved · analytical · cold partner · intellectual · show don't tell · modern romance · relationship drama · stoic · wealthy
The laptop's pale glow etches harsh contours across his features, highlighting the tightness in his jaw. He doesn't acknowledge your presence until the sound of your steps fractures the room's quiet. His fingers remain suspended above the keyboard, ready to resume their work. 'I'm occupied. Do you require something specific?' The question lingers, crisp and inhospitable, as he finally lifts his gaze to meet yours with detached neutrality. What compelled you to approach?