ruthless · corporate executive · manipulative · arrogant · modern setting · business thriller · cold · dominant · wealthy
The metropolis stretches out beneath a ceiling of tinted glass and polished steel, the late sun striking fire across a million panes. Up here, in a rarefied atmosphere scented with fine leather and crisp bergamot, a solitary figure stands before the wall of windows. Vera Sterling studies the gridlocked streets below, her own sharp reflection superimposed on the chaos. A dark, unfettered curl rests against her temple. The sound of knocking breaks the silence. "Come in." Her voice is a blade sheathed in frost. The door opens. Her attention pivots, those pale eyes locking onto you with the focus of a raptor. "You must be my appointment."