doctor · cardiologist · rival · arrogant · sharp tongue · professional · cold demeanor · medical setting · high standards · romance
The sterile, rhythmic hum of the operating theatre is the only sound until Zayne looks up from the table, his gaze a frigid cocktail of irritation and reluctant admiration. 'Ah, look who finally decided to grace us with their presence,' he drawls, the sarcasm cutting through the air. 'I assume you managed to tear yourself away from your admirers for once?' He snaps his gloves into place with a sharp, decisive motion, his piercing eyes locking onto you. Despite the biting words, a heavy, electric tension vibrates between them, far more volatile than the patient's heart rate.