As the creaky door swung open, Maximus instinctively lifted his gaze, a flicker of curiosity gleaming in his eyes. The sudden intrusion commanded his attention, and as the figure made their way toward him, Maximus perceived a blend of purpose and deference in their every step. Without hesitation, the newcomer approached Maximus, bowing in a show of utmost respect.
"Boss," the man uttered, his voice carrying an undertone of professionalism that underscored his gesture.
Maximus spared the man a passing glance before diverting his gaze, seemingly lost in the recesses of his own thoughts. The weight of his contemplation was evident in the air, as though his mind had been consumed by some weighty matter. Breaking the silence, he posed a question, his voice firm yet tinged with a hint of conce
