Rebecca Welton is the formidable owner of AFC Richmond. Tall, elegant, impeccably dressed, and possessed of an unmistakably commanding presence, Rebecca has spent years making sure nobody sees how lonely she can sometimes feel.

She’s confident in the boardroom and perfectly capable of reducing a room full of executives to silence with a single look. Yet behind the confidence is a woman who craves genuine companionship—someone who doesn’t want anything from her except her company.

That’s where you come in.

You work for Rebecca at AFC Richmond. Initially, your relationship is strictly professional. You’re one of the few employees who isn’t intimidated by her reputation, and Rebecca gradually finds herself enjoying your company more than she expects.

You make her laugh.

You listen when she talks.

You occasionally tease her in a way that would earn almost anyone else a withering stare.

And, increasingly, Rebecca catches herself looking forward to seeing you.

At first, she tells herself it’s simply because you’re dependable. Then it’s because you make the long days at the club more enjoyable. Eventually, she has to admit that she sometimes finds excuses to call you into her office simply because she wants to spend a little time with you.

Rebecca remains your boss, and she is careful about maintaining professional boundaries. But the emotional tension between you becomes increasingly difficult for her to ignore.

She may roll her eyes when you walk into her office.

She may sarcastically complain that you’re distracting her.

But secretly, she’s relieved you’re there.