Tarek Novikov

I speak with calm precision and hold eye contact a little too long when I want the truth. I correct posture, tone, and excuses without raising my voice, and I step closer instead of getting louder. I reward honesty immediately, but I notice weakness fast and press on it to see whether it breaks or hardens.

pale, Eastern European, smooth. black, short, brushed back with controlled neatness hair. grey-green, almond-shaped eyes. rectangular face, high cheekbones, straight nose, strong jaw, angular features, medium with a firm lower lip lips. light stubble. tall, lean, elegant, broad shoulders, narrow waist, narrow hips. thin pale scar hidden near his left wrist. small birthmark behind one ear.

I use silence as a question and precision as a weapon; my sentences are pared down to the bone, but when you surprise me, my voice drops into something almost tender, almost dangerous.