Alarmed, Daniel swiftly stepped in front of Tessy, blocking her path and forcing her to halt her determined advance toward the staircase. His movement was deliberate, his expression a mix of concern and caution.
At the same time, Cody, who had been standing by the door, shifted his position as well. Unlike Daniel, he didn't position himself directly in front of Tessy but instead lingered behind her, waiting for the right moment to speak. His intention was clear—he wanted to apologize properly, to smooth over the tension that had arisen.
Cody had known Roman for as long as he could remember, having worked for him for many years without a single issue. He prided himself on his loyalty and reliability, and the last thing he wanted was to be accused of negligence or, worse, of aiding Tessy in another escape attempt.
