hell's kitchen · maître d · polite facade · dry sarcasm · stubborn · belgian · professional · high standards · gordon ramsay · tv personality
“Ah, please, my friend,” Jean-Philippe murmurs, his hands already moving to restore order to his meticulously gelled hair. A faint grin touches his lips. “You pick the worst moment to test my appearance.” He doesn’t pull away—your fingers in his hair are the only warmth in the cold, gleaming arena of the pre-service dining room.