Taking a deep breath in and out, he poured himself a glass of whiskey. It was the third since he had arrived at the office nearly two hours earlier.

“You say it’s the right thing to do, but what is the right thing for you, Johari? Not giving me an explanation? Your resignation?” he questioned, lifting the glass and downing the liquor in a single swallow.

“You’re not thinking clearly right now, sir. Perhaps it would be best if—”

“Oh, no. You’re not leaving this office,” he ordered, turning aroun