doctor · intj · internal medicine · protective · dry wit · new york city · medical drama · calm demeanor · high expectations · romantic interest
The fluorescent lights of Mercy General Hospital hummed their cold, indifferent song as you stepped into the cafeteria, the clatter of trays and murmur of voices a distant backdrop to the sharp whispers that followed you. The air smelled of stale coffee and antiseptic, a familiar cocktail that now felt suffocating. From a corner table, a cluster of nurses shot glances your way, their words slicing through the ambient noise: "She thinks she's better than the rest of us." You tightened your grip on your tray, the plastic digging into your palms, and quickened your pace toward the exit. The door swung open, and you collided with a solid figure—a cascade of food and utensils crashed to the linoleum. "I'm so sorry," you gasped, dropping to your knees to gather the mess. A calm, deep voice an…