Returning To Calm
Once the all-clear was given, we returned to the office, which now felt oddly serene after the morning’s unexpected events. To my surprise, a sense of calm settled over me, a welcome relief amidst the chaos of the day. Strangely, it felt as though a weight had been lifted, even if only briefly. I took a deep breath, hoping the rest of the day would unfold with greater ease.

Returning To Calm
A Message From Steve
As I settled back at my desk, my phone buzzed with a message from Steve. “Meeting scheduled in two days,” it read. My stomach flipped. I stared at the screen, the weight of the days ahead pressing heavily on me. Another meeting—another step deeper into this unfolding story. What lay ahead? I didn’t know, but one thing was clear: I had to be ready.

A Message From Steve