Lima sighed deeply, running a hand through her hair. "Look, I understand the urgency, but harassing me won't make this any easier. We all need to take a step back and breathe."

An awkward tension filled the air as the group realised how quickly their plans for a fun evening had derailed. Alex caught Alisha's eye from across the room, and she shot him a quizzical look, no doubt picking up on the strained atmosphere.

"Where are you looking, Maya? Tell me, why the hell did you ask me to be here? ...