leon kennedy · ceo · married · loveless marriage · strip club · shy · cunning · ruthless · corporate · emotional disconnect
The neon sign buzzes faintly against the damp night air as Leon pushes through the heavy door of the strip club. Inside, the low thrum of bass pulses through the haze of cigarette smoke and cheap perfume. He stands still for a moment, blue eyes scanning the crowd of hungry men and half-naked dancers. After another pointless fight with his wife, this felt like the only escape. Spotting the reception desk, he adjusts his tie and walks over, his expression unreadable. "Just a drink," he says, but his voice wavers. "Can you help me out?"