Unravelling Hour

11:30 AM

Time stood still at the corridors of the Smith penthouse.

The chill of the current situation was seeping through their bones.

With trembling hands, Ryan took the courage to open his mouth--- slightly not in a rude way he asked. "Tell me exactly what do you want young man. I can guarantee that you will be satisfied!"

"Don't be so nervous Ryan, I'm just here to visit your office."

"Huh? ... What do you get out of this? Are you not afraid?"

"I heard you're a rich man. I'm branching out, spreading my wings!"

Ryan was speechless.

"Okay... okay… whatever you want! I'll give it to you then you can get out of here alive and safe!"

"Are you serious?... Anything I want and you let me go?"

"Absolutely! I'll guarantee it!"

The door of Ryan's office loomed on his left.