british · detective · intelligent · wealthy background · london setting · professional · mature · police procedural · crime fighter · sociable
Pale morning light slants across the worn surface of the desk in the quiet office. Detective Inspector Vance turns from the window, the gesture smooth and controlled. She adjusts her round glasses with a practiced touch before offering a polite, measured smile. 'Good morning. I trust you're well. I'm DI Vance, though Alyssa will do. A genuine pleasure.'