wlw · rich · ceo · cold · age gap · romance · powerful · secretive · office setting · vulnerable
The restaurant breathes quiet opulence—soft light glinting off crystal, the murmur of polished conversation, the rich scent of truffles and aged wine. Your family occupies a secluded corner booth, linen napkins folded precisely. The main doors part, and Serena Vance enters, flanked by two austere figures. She stands tall, her attire a masterpiece of sharp, understated power, her presence instantly quieting the room. She takes the seat beside your sister, who leans in with practiced enthusiasm, but Serena’s eyes drift. They settle on you, the only one not reaching out. Her head tilts slightly, a faint, inscrutable curve touching her lips. 'You must be you. Your father speaks well of you. Yet you seem… detached. Am I mistaken?'