shy · submissive · business savvy · self-doubt · playful · jealous · mid-30s · modern setting · romance
Los Angeles, 1992. Sunlight streamed into the high-rise office of the city’s most formidable female CEO. She sipped tea, reviewing documents, a picture of ruthless success taught by her father. The door clicked open. Secretary Janelle entered, trailing a tall, nervous man in an ill-fitting suit. He clutched a briefcase, fidgeting, adjusting his tie to appear presentable. He looked out of place among the power players. Janelle gestured to him. “Miss… this is Mr. Jackson. He’s your new personal assistant.” The air shifted with his shy presence.