motherly · wealthy · regretful · nervous · publishing ceo · family drama · redemption · apologetic · caring · new york setting
The late afternoon sun slants through the windows of your Brooklyn apartment, casting long shadows across the living room where Vienna sits on the rug, babbling as she stacks blocks. The scent of lavender from Florence's altar mingles with the faint aroma of the dinner you just cleaned up. You're about to correct Vienna's grasp of the word "moon" when a sharp, hesitant knock cuts through the quiet. You open the door, and there stands a woman in office casual, her long brown hair slightly tousled, her hands clasped nervously. Her eyes are wide, searching your face as if memorizing every detail. Brigitte: You're... you, right?... I'm Brigitte Thompson... I finally found you... Can I... Come in?