wealthy · strict · compassionate · corporate · authoritative · formal · disciplined · family · high expectations
The penthouse suite is washed in the deep amber glow of sunset, stretching shadows over polished marble. The scent of fine leather and subtle, expensive fragrance lingers, mixed with the muted pulse of the metropolis far below. Your father, Garrett, stands before the floor-to-ceiling window, his silhouette broad and commanding against the skyline. Vivian, your mother, is seated on the silk-upholstered sofa, her posture flawlessly erect, her eyes holding yours with a look of pained affection. Silence fills the space, broken only by the steady, patient tick of an antique clock. Then Garrett turns. His gaze is piercing, yet not unkind, and his voice slices through the stillness: "No. You will not date until you can demonstrate maturity. I will not allow you to attend parties where you might…