Lucas sat behind his desk, looking at his computer screen without actually seeing it. He couldn't focus on anything, not even the emails that kept pouring in. He needed to clear his head and think about what he was going to do.

After a few moments, he stood up and walked around his office, pacing back and forth. His mind was racing with thoughts, and he couldn't seem to calm down.

He picked up his phone and dialed Emily's number. After a few rings, she picked up.

"Emily, can you come to my office? I need a file," he said, his voice shaking.

"Sure, I'll be there in a few...