"I trust you completely. I wouldn't have left this responsibility to you otherwise," I told Johnson. "It's a heavy burden, and I understand you’re carrying a lot of responsibility. But I feel much more at ease with you around."

"I understand the responsibility on my shoulders. As long as I'm here, there won't be any problems. I started my career in Tanum, and it feels like I'm returning to my roots now, which gives me a sense of belonging. I'm working for a better future together."

We chatted for quite a while before hanging up.

After checking the time, I called Ryan. As soon as he answered, he asked, "You're back?"

"How did you know?" I was a little surprised.

"If you hadn't come back, would you have called me?" Ryan joked.

I chuckled. "This is my way of reporting back after returning.”

He grunted and solemnly said, "The design plans for the Solaris project have arrived. Since you're back, I need to make a trip there. Are you coming with me?"

"I can't go anywhere for the next