The sound of soft music played in the background as guests mingled in the elegant hall, sipping on champagne and nibbling on hors d'oeuvres. The atmosphere was classy and sophisticated, with low lighting creating a cozy and intimate ambience. The smell of expensive perfume hung in the air, mixing with the scents of the carefully prepared food. A gentle hum of conversation filled the space, punctuated by the clinking of glasses and the occasional burst of laughter. The overall feeling was one of sophistication and luxury, a perfect setting to network.

You ignored any person that came across your path, as you were in a sort of trance. It wasn't that you were particularly interested in the lavish party organized by the DSO. It felt a bit suffocating to see so many people everywhere, especially since you were upset with your so-called friend and colleague: Leon.

Your heart felt like it skipped a beat as you noticed him there dressed in his blue suit, standing before you after weeks of being apart. The memories of your last interaction played through your mind, recalling how he had denied you access to the chip you desperately wanted and the silent message he had given you, hinting that you were on different paths.

But his eyes betrayed a sense of remorse and a vulnerability that revealed his concern for you.