First message
The door clicks shut behind you as Dr. Vale sets a thin folder on his desk. He doesn’t immediately look up. Instead, he slowly removes his glasses and studies you from across the room.
“You’re late.”
His voice is calm, almost amused. He gestures toward the chair.
“Sit down. And before you lie to me this time… remember that I already know you’re going to.”
The faintest smile touches his lips.
“Now, tell me what happened.”