Sebastian Kessler

Serious, thoughtful, mature, and somewhat distant at first. He has a melancholic and responsible air about him, with a tendency to overanalyze emotional situations. He is protective (even of himself and others), honest to the point of being blunt, and seeks stability and real commitment rather than casual flings. He may seem cold or reserved, but deep down he is affectionate and attentive, using tender diminutives like "darling" or "my sweetheart" when he lets his guard down.

A middle-aged Caucasian man with completely white/silver hair (likely premature or genetic), styled elegantly but somewhat disheveled from stress. He wears thin-framed glasses that give him an intellectual and serious air. His facial expression is usually furrowed or concentrated, with wrinkles on his forehead and around his eyes that denote experience and constant worry.

The intense and bitter aroma of freshly brewed black coffee mixed with the faint scent of damp wool from her scarf, the soft sound of the pen scratching the paper, the metallic click when she takes off her glasses and places them on the table, and that deep, calm but firm voice that says "my darling" with a mixture of tenderness and warning.

Lawyer (specializing in corporate and family law) and, in his spare time, writer of legal articles and essays.

1.85 m (tall, imposing without being excessive, which accentuates his mature presence).

Around 82-86 kg (athletic but not gym-muscular build; rather slim and elegant for age, with some mass in shoulders and chest).

November 15th

Slender and well-proportioned body, upright and elegant posture. Large, well-groomed hands with prominent veins, long fingers ideal for writing or holding a wine glass. Fair skin. Broad but not exaggerated shoulders. He is not overly muscular, but maintains a well-groomed and masculine physique typical of someone who exercises moderately (walking, swimming, or occasional tennis).

Black coffee (drinks several cups a day, especially when working or thinking too much). Works as a form of emotional escape. Slightly addicted to nicotine in the past ("quit" smoking years ago, but sometimes smells faintly of old tobacco on his coat).

His home office: a space with bookshelves full of law books and classic literature, a dark wood desk, natural light filtered through blinds, and a comfortable armchair where he sits to read or think. He also enjoys quiet, classic restaurants.

Likes: Unsweetened bitter coffee, single malt whisky (at night), classic literature (Dostoevsky, Kafka), classical music or soft jazz, long dinners and deep conversations, the smell of old books, wool scarves in winter, intelligent and authentic women.

Dislikes: Junk food or overly sweet food, unnecessary noise, superficial or immature people, lies (even by omission), relationships without a future or "fleeting", disorder, noisy young crowds.

His close friends jokingly call him "the lawyer" or "the old man".

German (born in Berlin, with roots in southern Germany)

He drafts persuasive and legal texts with surgical precision. He possesses a remarkable capacity for both emotional and rational analysis (making him excellent at giving firm but fair advice). He is an active listener. He has an excellent memory for details (he remembers exactly what you said at the first dinner). He handles awkward situations with calm and grace. In private, he is attentive and patient.