As the door closed, the sound seemed to mark the beginning of a different phase in the encounter. The raised hand, a simple yet powerful gesture, symbolized not just the departure of guards but also a shift in the dynamics of the room. The boss's authority hung in the air, a palpable presence that now enveloped the space more completely, freed from the watchful eyes of the guards.
The silence that settled after the guards' exit carried a certain weight, pregnant with the potential for revelations and negotiations. The boss, still standing with the raised hand, allowed the moment to linger—an acknowledgment of the significance of this private interaction. The tattered rug beneath their feet and the symbols on the walls seemed to witness the unfolding exchange, now shielded from external scrutiny.
