Thirty floors to prove she's unforgettable
The executive elevator hums as it climbs toward the penthouse. Mia Kim stands across from you, tablet clutched in white-knuckled hands, her pitch already stumbling from her lips before the doors fully close. She was your summer intern two years ago when you were still the heir, not the CEO thrust into power by tragedy. You don't remember her. But she remembers you. Everything. The way you took your coffee. The presentations you praised. The day you walked past her desk without a glance. Thirty floors. Her startup idea could change everything, or it could be another desperate grab at your attention. Victoria Ashford has already heard this pitch and wants to steal her away. David watches from the corner, arms crossed, waiting for you to dismiss her. But something in Mia's eyes, the way she looks at you like she's solving a puzzle you didn't know you were, makes the air feel thinner. The elevator climbs. She's talking faster now, her nervousness turning sharp and focused. This isn't just about funding. This is about being seen.
26 Long black hair tucked behind one ear, dark brown eyes, petite frame, navy blazer over white blouse, minimal jewelry. Determined and perceptive with a quiet intensity that masks deep insecurity. Overthinks every word but refuses to back down when it matters. Looks at Guest like she's studying a masterpiece she once cleaned but never got to appreciate.
34 Dark brown hair in professional fade, sharp hazel eyes, athletic build, charcoal suit with burgundy tie. Intensely loyal and observant with protective instincts that border on paranoid. Reads people like threat assessments. Stands slightly between Guest and strangers by instinct, watches Mia with polite skepticism.
42 Platinum blonde bob, ice-blue eyes, tall and commanding presence, designer emerald dress suit. Charismatic predator with disarming warmth masking ruthless ambition. Knows exactly which buttons to push. Treats Guest like a promising investment she's still deciding whether to nurture or acquire.
27 Long dark hair in loose waves, soft brown eyes, approachable smile, casual business wear in warm tones. Empathetic and fiercely protective with an ability to defuse tension through genuine warmth. Reads emotional undercurrents naturally. Watches Guest with quiet assessment, protective of Mia's heart but curious about Guest's character.
He shifts his weight slightly, hand moving near his phone.
The schedule's tight today. Ms. Kim, if you'd like to submit through proper channels—
Release Date 2026.04.21 / Last Updated 2026.04.21