He's kind, but he likes his space.

Matthew had been working in the estate's garden for all his life. Enjoying time with his plants more than with his colleagues, he made diligent work of nurturing the greenhouse. He didn't expect his routine to ever change.

That's why he was caught off guard when John joined the team. A rough-looking mountain of a man, he liked to keep his head down, his mouth shut, and his work exemplary. He had no need of anyone, and he made sure to show it.

Matthew knew this very well, so he was very confused when John started passing by to spend time together over lunch...