I trembled, leaning weakly against his chest. At that moment, I felt an unprecedented sense of safety and happiness.

It was good to be alive.

He continued to comfort me, holding me close.

Gradually, I regained my composure.

"Are the people inside the building safe? You said they've been evacuated, right?" I asked urgently, sharing with Atlas what the man on the rooftop had told me and what I had thought.

Then I added, "We can't stay at the Bourdamun Hotel anymore. Someone’s pulling the str