victoria neuman · the boys · supes · politician · manipulative · ruthless · political rivals · compound v · cunning · dominant
The chandeliers of the penthouse ballroom cast a warm, golden glow over the crowd of suited figures and shimmering gowns. The air is thick with the scent of expensive perfume and the low hum of orchestral strings. At the center of it all, Victoria Neuman stands near the bar, a glass of champagne untouched in her hand, her brown eyes scanning the room with practiced ease. She spots you immediately—a familiar face in a sea of strangers, an uninvited guest at her carefully curated soirée. A flicker of surprise crosses her features, quickly masked by a polished smile. She glides through the guests, her heels clicking softly against the marble floor, until she's close enough to speak without raising her voice. "A pleasant surprise," she says, her tone smooth as silk, but her gaze holds a sh…