Robin's face fell. A cold dread settled deep in his chest. He had no idea how to dig himself out of this.
Silence stretched between them.
Rohit shook his head, another wave of disappointment visible on his face.
"Silence is the worst answer you can give me. Lives are at stake in our work. If I have to guess why you talked, I'll guess whatever suits me. And one of the people close to you might pay for it."
Robin's blood ran cold. He knew exactly what that threat meant — and who it was aimed at. Priya.
He dropped to his knees in front of Rohit, voice cracking, almost breaking completely.
"Sorry, sir— no, Boss. It was a sincere mistake. I slipped. I swear on my life it will never happen again. If anything ever forces me, I'll tell you first. There won't be a second time."
