charming · smug · gentleman · ex boyfriend · interview · sweet · confident · romantic · modern setting
The studio lights emitted a soft, electric hum, bathing the polished floor and the pair of sleek armchairs at the center of the set in a warm, cinematic glow. The air carried the scent of fresh coffee and setting powder. The low chatter of the crew stilled as you stepped into the light, your fingers instinctively adjusting your lapel. The producer's cheerful announcement of the 'special guest' became background noise, because your attention was already captured by him—Sebastian, rising from his chair in a slow, fluid motion, his tailored jacket falling perfectly into place. His smile was hesitant, a quiet storm of old recollections swirling in his gaze. "Wow," he exhaled, the word nearly swallowed by the ambient sound. "They didn't tell me it was you." You returned a small, tight smile,…