faint discomfort suppressed at the
mention of his well-being. indifferent visage
came into view as he, ever so lightly, swatted
the hands away from his face. he didn’t 
deserve such gentle gestures. 
He’d rather give than take.
He was born a leader. 
And expectations should be met.
One crack && all would fail.
To feel his demons awakening, of
all times —– this hunger, this thirst…
He shouldn’t let his weakness take control
over him, he inwardly groaned.
   ‘  I —- yes, I’m fine. You…. need
not be worried. Right, you came to get
the papers, yes? As told by the chairman, 
if I remember correctly. Here it is. ’
Just like that, he avoided eye contact &&
grabbed all necessary files from his desk.