The weekend was over; now Tory debated whether she would be heading for Davis Towers or staying at home. Although there had been hesitation, she now found herself back in the office, not knowing what to expect. As she prepared for Eli’s day, she was caught off guard by his schedule. Ms. King and several other women had disappeared from his calendar. It was unusual as the system was exceptionally reliable, though system glitches were not unheard of. Fortunately, Tory was always prepared, always keeping a handwritten schedule handy for cases like this. As the elevator door dinged, Tory's heart begins to race. She was not prepared for the challenge ahead. The steps are heavy as if a giant were approaching. *Thump* *Thum

