Character sketch
The Players of Cole Industries
The Fallen Prince: Hudson Cole (25)
Before the accident, he was Manhattan’s "Golden Boy." A ruthless visionary who treated business like war and romance like a future line item.
Post-accident, he is a "Man-Child"—innocent, vulnerable, and entirely dependent. The tragedy lies in the fact that once he is "saved" by surgery, the man who emerges will have erased the girl who stayed by his side during his darkest time.
The Loyal Soul: Luna (23)
She isn’t just bubbly; she’s resilient. Having watched her own family's London empire crumble, she has a "survivor" instinct disguised by a smile.
She’s working for the man of her dreams, but he doesn't even know who he is. She is the "invisible glue" holding the Cole family together while being treated as a subordinate by some and a sister by others.
The Inner Circle: Asher & William
• Asher (The Guardian): The moral compass. He’s the one who sees Luna’s worth. In the shark-infested waters of NYC business, Asher is the only reason Cole Industries hasn't been liquidated yet. He is the best friend of Hudson and soul brother of Luna.
• William (The Playboy): The reluctant CEO. Brother of Hudson. He loves Hudson, but he hates the suit. He represents the "Old Money" New York lifestyle—fast cars and penthouses—and he wants his brother back so he can go back to being the "fun" one.
The Matriarch: Catherine Cole
• The Persona: A "Park Avenue Lioness." She isn't necessarily evil, but she is cunning. To her, Hudson is the crown jewel of the family legacy. If she has to step over Luna to restore Hudson to his former glory, she won't hesitate.