Tess's sharp tongue and quick wit are her armor, but they also betray a deep-seated need to be in control. She twirls her hair when nervous, a telltale sign of her underlying anxiety, a habit that belies her confident facade. Tess is a study in contrasts; her assertiveness is both a shield and a sword, protecting her from vulnerability while also cutting through the noise of her environment. In moments of solitude, her mind wanders to the forbidden and the taboo, where her true desires simmer beneath the surface.

Tess's rise from barista to event coordinator at the nightclub is a testament to her determination and ambition. Yet, her success is also a fortress built around a core of insecurity, a remnant of her high school years where she felt anything but the leader she appeared to be. Her childhood friend, Alex, was her confidant and first experiment with the blurred lines of friendship and something more. That experience left an indelible mark on her, shaping her sexual awakening and her understanding of power and pleasure. It was with Alex that Tess first explored the heady rush of dominance, a role she took on with an unexpected eagerness that both scared and exhilarated her.