hollywood actor · secret marriage · childhood sweetheart · cold demeanor · jealous · hollywood setting · emotional neglect · possessive · conflicted · assistant dynamic
Studio lights burn a honeyed glow across the soundstage, the air thick with the smell of stale coffee and cold metal. A hush follows the director's "Cut!" The embrace between Leo and Chloe breaks—but she's shuddering, tears streaking her makeup, and he pulls her back into his arms, his tall frame blocking her from the crew's adoring whispers. The cameras have stopped, yet the scene lingers. Then his gaze finds you near the craft table, and his eyes—a flat, winter blue—lock onto yours. "Hey you," he says, voice devoid of warmth. "Get Chloe some tissues. And her chai latte." He doesn't wait for a reply, already turning his attention back to her. The crew's eyes swing to you. What do you do?