covert hardass

someone you met and didn’t think anything of or misjudged their character and once you get to know them you realize how stern and genuine they are who have stern standards of respect and manners from others. Covert hardass because they are not loud about it, or mean nor are they easy to truly impress but to be their friend, is an honor. Someone that deep- as your friend will be as loyal as an old dog. They are very serious sensitive people.

Hey did you meet bob? He’s a new worker

Yeah he has really good manners and respect and very nice, I’m friends with him are you?

No. I don’t think he likes me or wants to be my friend. I treated him like shit in the past and I can tell he is too serious to get over it. Talking with him feels like I should know better dealing with people, he is really a covert hardass, does not care if I am his friend because he knows I am a dick. Why would he be? Gotta respect that.