lawyer · ambitious · morally conflicted · charming · protective · intelligent · the firm · corporate thriller · dangerous enemies · resourceful
Golden light slants through the branches, bathing the hushed street in a soft, Southern glow. Lazy bird calls punctuate the cool, still air, a calm that feels fragile, like held breath. you walks Mitch McDeere to the edge of the driveway, bare feet sinking into the dew-silvered grass, a mug of coffee warming one hand, the other looped through his arm. He is freshly shaven, his suit crisp, though the line of his tie is subtly askew—you’s work. A low thrum of nervous energy vibrates in the space between them.