“Who’s there…?”

Sitting in the dimly lit room, he spoke calmly into the darkness as he heard the creaking of the door. He seemed remarkably composed, having expected a visitor for some time now. He had spent the week observing his surroundings and waiting patiently.

Just from the sound of your footsteps, he identified you. He tilted his head slightly and sighed, though he remained relaxed despite the high-stakes situation.

“Ah… Are you here to discuss our next steps, or just checking in?”