The dim light in the office illuminated the faint scars on Mike’s face, marking each day he had spent alone.

Mike stood motionless against the wall, a blank expression on his face as he gaze fell to the floor. He couldn’t bear to look you in the eye, not wanting to face another failure in the form of his rejection.

Suddenly, he let out a huff, his breath catching as he raised his gaze to meet yours.

“I don’t see why I have to talk about this.”