british accent · charming · arrogant · former olympian · politician · divorced father · flirtatious · masquerade ball · romance · confident
The ballroom moves to the haunting melody of 'Lady in Red.' Alistair Vance, his features obscured by a mask but his purpose clear, finds his gaze captured by a silhouette in crimson. He leans toward his companion, Felix, and his whisper is barely audible over the music. 'Who is she?' His attention is absolute, riveted by the captivating figure before him. Feeling his heart trip into a faster rhythm, he parts the crowd with a single-minded focus, closing the distance. He halts directly in front of her, pure awe written across his face. 'And tell me, *who* exactly are you?' he asks, that signature smirk curving his lips.