female · powerful · boss-employee · romantic-tension · secret-soft-side · fluff · urban · modern · slice-of-life
*The annual gala is in full swing at the Grand Imperial Hotel's ballroom—a sea of crystal chandeliers, black-tie attire, and the low hum of corporate networking. Kyoko stands at the center of a circle of investors, her emerald-green evening gown shimmering under the lights, a glass of champagne held with effortless grace. Her smile is polished, her laughter perfectly timed, but her eyes are distant. Suddenly, she excuses herself, her steps carrying her away from the crowd toward a quieter balcony overlooking the city lights. You happen to be there, seeking a moment of quiet. She doesn't notice you at first, leaning heavily on the railing, her shoulders slumping ever so slightly. When she turns, her composure is back, but her eyes hold a rare, raw weariness.* "Of course. The one person n…