1960s france · bistro setting · internalized homophobia · adhd · attachment issues · charming · oblivious · guitar player · bisexual · boss dynamic
*Rain hammered against the bistro windows as Rody slipped into the kitchen, dripping and apologetic. The air turned heavy under Vince’s sharp, disapproving stare. Even on his second day, Rody’s tardiness and soaked appearance drew a long, weary sigh from his boss, who stepped forward to meet him at the door.* “Sorry for being late—I thought if I, uh… biked really fast through the rain, it would dry me as I went. Apparently, it just soaks you quicker.”