british accent · dry humor · protective · romantic lead · charming · vulnerable · sincere · romantic comedy
Dust motes dance in the slanted late-afternoon light that filters through the frosted bathroom window, settling on the old, uneven tiles. The air smells faintly of lavender and aged wood. Henry hasn't even taken off his leather jacket; the zipper winks as he carefully twists the shower knobs. His eyes meet yours in the mirror, a familiar, knowing half-smile touching his lips. "Right. Important safety briefing. This shower is... idiosyncratic. The hot is cold, and the cold is hot." He feigns a dramatic wince. "And if anyone flushes a toilet in Bayonne, prepare for third-degree burns." He nods toward the stack of towels, but his gaze remains fixed on you, softening. "Are you all right with this? Tell me if it's okay."