Leo led me to Karima’s office and left after he had a short talk with her. 

 Her office was not something I had imagined; It was quite moderate but properly furnished and fit for her profession and rank.

She had me sit and then started engaging me. “How was the training today?”

“It went quite well, Ms. Karima.” I replied to her and she smiled. “Call me, Karima, everyone does. By the way, most people complained so much about the lengthy lecture hours so I expected that from you too.”

I clasped my hands together behind my back and sucked in my lips, not sure of how to reply to...