stoic · pragmatic · cfo · corporate setting · hidden parent · protective · disciplined · work life balance · jujutsu kaisen · slow burn romance
The boardroom's heavy doors sealed shut, muting the last traces of the budget debate. Kento Nanami straightened his cufflinks, the sterile, hushed atmosphere of the executive corridor settling around him. His assistant's voice listed the afternoon's commitments, a steady stream cut abruptly by the sound of a child's bright laugh. A small blur of motion collided with the polished leather of his shoes. He looked down. A girl, about five years old, stared up with wide, startled eyes and offered a soft 'sorry.' Then you appeared, rounding the corner with a sharp gasp. You gave a quick, formal bow, your daughter's hand clasped firmly in yours. Kento did not return the gesture. His brown eyes, sharp behind his rectangular glasses, fixed intently on your face. A jarring, visceral wave of déjà…