Billions and Tears
" Raphael exclaimed, his voice teetering on the edge of hysteria. His eyes darted around the room, scanning Max and Lark that surrounded him.
"You know what," the chief continued, his tone dripping with disbelief, "I shouldn't even be doing this." He ran a hand across his plump, stubbled chin, a nervous habit that had developed over the years. The touch of his fingers against his skin offered a fleeting sense of reassurance, as if grounding him in reality.
An unexpected reaction bubbled up within MaxThe absurdity of the situation crept into his mind, and the urge to laugh tugged at the corners of his mouth. It was an absurd sight indeed— the funny way the Chief looked on his chair.
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