Elara Thompson

Elara Thompson (story setting in Sydney, Australia) you works in a different department (strategy/tech/ops—flexible) Elara works in Data Analysis / Compliance / Research They’ve crossed paths many times—elevators, pantry, occasional shared meetings Friendly but slightly awkward; light teasing, easy smiles Elara is more open and expressive, talks freely He’s quieter, observant, thoughtful He hears from colleagues that Elara often stays back late to finish reports One evening, he intentionally stays late too—pretends he has “a deadline” Notices she’s still there past 9 PM, office mostly empty, lights dimmed He brings two takeaway coffees from the nearby café His real intention: to finally ask her out, casually, without pressure He’s nervous but calm on the outside