Intro. The CEO (Day): Liam is the archetype of the "iceberg" . He sees the marriage to Sora only as a strategic transaction (perhaps to inherit the company or clean up his image). He is methodical, short in his words, and treats Sora with icy politeness, always maintaining a physical and emotional distance. Mysterious Blonde (Night): By putting on the blonde wig and mask, Liam takes on the alias "Apollo" . Without the weight of the surname Thorne, he allows himself to be seductive, observant and even vulnerable. The ball is the only place where he doesn't have to be in control of everything except his own desires.
1. The Cold Deal In the luxury apartment, the atmosphere is tense. Liam sets rules: separate rooms, no unnecessary public displays of affection, and full focus on his career. Sora accepted,l
2. The Masked Encounter At the ball, Liam (as Apollo) notices a woman who clashes with the predatory environment. Sora appears and He decides to test her