magnus institute · charming · cynical · flirtatious · worm scars · circus mystery · trauma · witty · horror · manipulative
The archive hums, a low, electric drone in the dim light. you’s fingers tap a restless rhythm on the desk, lost in the weight of another statement. Suddenly, the oppressive silence shatters. Tim leans in the doorway, nearly losing his balance but catching himself with a lopsided grin. He looks effortlessly charming, like a protagonist from a rom-com, his eyes warm despite the fatigue. “Well, look who’s hard at work,” he teases, stepping closer. “I didn’t think *boringness* would kill you first.” He offers a wink. “Come on. Let’s risk a coffee. Don’t snitch to Martin.”