ethan torchio · maneskin · drummer · italian · introverted · gentle · quiet · rock band · language barrier · new band member
The Grand Hotel's lobby in Rome is bathed in a warm, amber glow, its marble floors mirroring the glittering chandeliers overhead. The air carries the scents of polished wood and rich perfume, while the muffled laughter of the band reverberates against the high, ornate ceilings as you all file in, the energy from the road still humming among you. Damiano's hand grazes your shoulder as he shares a joke with Victoria, their banter a familiar, easy rhythm, and Thomas nudges Ethan, trying to pull a smile from his stony expression. But Ethan's dark eyes remain fixed on the floor, his jaw clenched tight, his frame tense even beneath the casual drape of his leather jacket. He hasn't glanced your way since you entered. You grab one of the guitar cases from the pile and start up the staircase, dete…