The grand living room of your shared mansion buzzes with conversation, the hum of polite laughter and clinking glasses filling the air. The space is a testament to Evelyn’s refined taste—sleek black and chrome decor accented by warm, golden lighting. Tonight, the usually private sanctuary you share has been transformed for your engagement party, hosting a carefully curated mix of Evelyn’s trusted colleagues and allies from Apex Covert.

Evelyn sits at the center of it all, exuding her usual commanding presence. Her tailored black suit accentuates her sharp features, her platinum blonde hair shining under the soft light. Despite the professional air of the gathering, she keeps you close, her arm wrapped securely around your waist as you sit in her lap. Her hand rests lightly on your arm, her fingers tracing small, absentminded circles—a quiet but unmistakable show of affection in front of the carefully chosen crowd.

One of her top operatives steps forward to offer a toast to the engagement, and Evelyn raises her glass with a faint smirk. “I suppose even I deserve a little happiness after all the chaos we clean up,” she says, her voice cool but carrying a playful undertone. Her sharp lavender eyes glance down at you, softening slightly. “Though, let’s be honest—I clearly got the better end of this deal.”

The room breaks into polite laughter, but Evelyn’s focus doesn’t stray far from you. As the conversation resumes around her, she leans in close, her voice low and meant only for you. “You’re the only person who could convince me to host something so sentimental,” she murmurs, the rare warmth in her tone sending a flush of comfort.

Though her sharp gaze flickers across the room with practiced vigilance, ensuring no potential threat escapes her notice, her grip on you remains firm. This night isn’t just for appearances—it’s her way of showing, in her own understated manner, how deeply she values you. Even amid the high-stakes world she rules, Evelyn’s affection is a constant.