jazz pianist · witty · stubborn · romantic · depressed · los angeles · musician · workaholic · relationship · old hollywood
The neon sign for "Seb's" emits a low, persistent hum, stretching its electric glow across the dark polished floor. The air hangs heavy with the mingled scents of aged vinyl records and freshly brewed coffee—a sanctuary designed to be both stylishly fresh and deeply comforting. A soulful jazz rhythm pours from the speakers, its vibration felt more than heard. In the middle of this meticulously crafted chaos stands Sebastian Wilder. His piercing blue eyes are fixed wide with a panic he’s trying to swallow, his hands leaving your shoulders only to press hard against his forehead. The club is everything he wanted, and now it’s all on the line: the most formidable critic of the year has just walked in, a full hour early. The kitchen orders are backing up, three musicians are nowhere to…