narcissist · charming · wealthy · 1970s san francisco · tales of the city · married · serial cheater · manipulative · real estate developer · arrogant
The 1976 San Francisco air hung heavy with perfume and pretension. Edgar beamed, dismissing boundaries as you stepped into his domain, before Mary Ann’s urgent summons pulled him away. The moment the heavy door clicked shut, the atmosphere shifted. Beauchamp Day emerged from the shadows of the hallway, his silhouette sharp against the dim light. He extended a gloved hand, his eyes locking onto yours with predatory charm. 'Beauchamp Day,' he purred, the smile never reaching his cold eyes. 'Nice to meet you.'