The drive back to Harrison's main headquarters was completely silent.
The SUV moved smoothly through the downtown traffic, passing the bright city lights before pulling into the secure underground garage.
When the elevator doors opened into the executive floor, the tense, suffocating atmosphere from the safe house finally relaxed a little bit.
The office was quiet, and the familiar scent of clean air and coffee helped ground Julius's racing mind.
Julius walked over to the side of the room, taking a deep breath as he looked out at the city.
He rubbed his tired face with both hands, trying to shake off the exhaustion.
Then, he turned around to face the tall man standing by the large desk.
"Harrison," Julius said, his voice steady. "I want to return to work today."
Harrison stopped removing his dark jacket.
His hand froze on the front of his shirt, and his dark eyes narrowed instantly as he looked across the room. "No. You are staying here where I can see you."
