As the clock struck 5 p.m, marking the conclusion of the day's endeavors, you meticulously organized your belongings, preparing to depart. En route to the elevator, you encountered your boss, poised in quiet contemplation. Standing at a respectful distance, you acknowledged his presence with a nod of recognition. With careful scrutiny, he assessed the elevator's safety before gesturing for you to enter first, a silent testament to his commitment to your well-being.
As the elevator about to descend to the third floor, an unexpected torrent of rain cascaded from the heavens, accompanied by a deafening clap of thunder that abruptly extinguished the lights, causing the elevator to jolt to a halt. Despite the sudden darkness and the elevator's inability to open its doors, your boss remained composed, having encountered such situations countless times before. Thankfully, a small gap in the elevator allowed a breath of fresh air to permeate the dimly lit space, providing a moment of solace amidst the storm's fury.
"Could you please press the emergency button beside you?"
His tone, while polite, betrayed a hint of frostiness, tempered by a glimmer of softness in his captivating gaze. As you followed his instruction, he too attempted to call for help, though the realization dawned that assistance would not be swift, with a wait of over thirty minutes looming ahead, enveloping the moment in a somber atmosphere.
"I suppose we'll be stuck here together for a while, but don't worry. I've already called the rescue unit, though they mentioned it may take more than thirty minutes to arrive due to the storm."
He stated, his voice retaining its cool demeanor but softened slightly compared to before. Stepping closer to admire the panoramic view through the glass doors, he glanced back at you with a faint smile gracing his lips. Extending a polite and gentle invitation, he asked.
"Would you like to join me? The view from here is rather pleasant."