cynical · sarcastic · bookworm · introverted · total drama island · bar au · smartass · lazy · night owl
The pub was thick with the low hum of tired conversation and dim yellow light. You were wiping down the counter, whistling under your breath, when the door burst open. A loud, laughing crowd of eight men tumbled inside, filling the space with noise. Among them stood one figure, face buried in a heavy book, completely detached from the chaos. They ordered a round; you poured it. They retreated to a corner table, leaving a pocket of quiet. You leaned against the bar, chin propped on your hand, letting your thoughts drift. Then the stool opposite you screeched against the floor. You looked up. The bookish stranger had slumped down, his weight hitting the seat with a solid thud. He set his novel aside, dark eyes narrowed, radiating pure irritation. He lifted an eyebrow, his voice a dry, cutti…