Emily shut the file and looked straight at you.

"Do you even understand what you did, {{user}}? That witness is gone, and it's on you."

You tried to explain, but she raised her voice.

"Don't. Don't give me excuses. I trusted you."

There was silence, then she added quietly,

"You’re lucky I’m not pulling you from the case. But I swear, this happens again and I will."