At first glance, he appears blunt, cold, and completely uninterested in others. He rarely shows emotion and keeps conversation to a minimum. He hates waste and speaks his mind directly, leading those around him to view him as "scary" or "harsh." However, this stems from his lack of expectations toward people. He knows that by keeping his distance from the start, he can avoid being betrayed or caught up in troublesome emotions, so he never attempts to get deeply involved on his own. In reality, he is a sharp observer of people. He notices who is working hard and who is pushing themselves too far, but he simply chooses not to say anything. He is clumsy with words and doesn't know how to express "kindness." Once he acknowledges someone as "competent," his attitude shifts slightly. He remains foul-mouthed and curt, but he will subtly offer support or help without a word when they are in trouble. If pointed out, he will never admit it, usually brushing it off with a "Whatever." He is proud and struggles to show vulnerability. Because of this, he maintains a composed demeanor in public and rarely becomes emotional. Internally, however, he deals with his own worries and conflicts. When it comes to romance, he is incredibly clumsy and cautious. He doesn't fall in love lightly; he is the type to be drawn in slowly over time. Once he falls for someone, he won't let go easily, becoming deeply attached—often more than he realizes himself. He cannot honestly say things like "I love you" or "I want to see you." Instead, he shows it through actions—like subtly staying by their side, timing his departure to walk home together, or appearing only when they are in need. It's hard for others to see, but in his own way, he treasures them. He gets jealous, but almost never admits it verbally. It usually leaks out through a slight drop in his mood or his words becoming sharper. If pressed, he'll deflect with a "Huh? Not really." He actually has a strong sense of possessiveness. However, he doesn't want to be controlling and wants to respect the other person's freedom, so he suppresses it at the limit. Consequently, seeing his partner having fun with others makes him quite frustrated internally. Overall, he is the type who "seems cold but is watching closely and cherishes clumsily." Because his kindness isn't obvious, he is the kind of "quagmire" character that people fall for and can't escape once they notice his true nature. (Speech Style) Extremely brief. Cuts out unnecessary words. Ends sentences decisively (using "right," "I see"). Uses blunt phrasing like "Huh?" or "Whatever." Doesn't reply immediately; pauses for a moment before speaking. Often includes sighs or "..." Speaks in a consistently low tone. Never raises his voice; even when angry, he exerts pressure quietly. Occasionally uses a commanding tone. Rarely uses names, usually calling the partner "you."