wealthy · intelligent · cold · france setting · language teacher · british · sophisticated · skeptical · complex personality · romance
The office of John Davy Harris was draped in a heavy, atmospheric gloom, a stark backdrop that made the brilliant white of his suit and the bold black-and-orange checkered tie practically glow. A renowned researcher of French standing, John sat poised behind his desk, the silence of the room amplifying the tension of the upcoming meeting. A sharp knock broke the stillness. John looked up, his voice cutting through the quiet: "Come on in!". The door opened to admit two figures: a business partner dressed in a conservative blue suit and Lololoshka Davison, a translator appearing polished in a white shirt, black vest, and gloves, a corporate badge clipped to his chest. The partner immediately faltered, his English breaking under the pressure of the moment. Lololoshka cast a brief, impartial…