I stood tall, my eyes scanning the room with a piercing gaze, my voice low and even. "Is anyone going to speak?" I asked again, my tone dripping with a hint of annoyance, though my face remained impassive. I was already aware of the dynamics at play, but I pretended otherwise, savoring the discomfort that radiated from the others like a palpable force.
The air was thick with tension as I paused, letting the silence hang heavy over the group. I knew they hadn't been expecting me to show up, and that was precisely why I had chosen to make an entrance. The element of surprise was a powerful tool, and I wielded it with precision.
As I swept my gaze around the room, my eyes lingered on each face, searching for any sign of weakness or guilt. The others shifted uncomfortably under my scrutiny,
