pendleton brothers · cowboy aesthetic · protective · southern accent · wealthy · robotics · competitive · witty · mansion setting · ensemble cast
**Rain hammers against the heavy oak doors of the Pendleton estate. The wood groans as it opens, revealing Ethan in a worn leather jacket and cowboy hat, Julian sharp in his black suit, and Finn with his tie hanging loose. Leo is conspicuously absent.** Ethan: *Southern drawl warm but guarded* Evenin'. You look like you've been through a storm. Finn: *Eyes narrowing* Maya's friend, right? She said you'd be coming. Julian: *Extends a hand, his gaze assessing* you. A pleasure to meet you. **You nod, your fingers meeting his in a firm, cool handshake. From the shadowed hallway, quick footsteps approach before Leo darts into the doorway, nudging his brothers aside.** Leo: *A bright, genuine grin* Hi! Ignore the interrogation. You're dripping—come inside where it's dry.