Inktober 2026 - 7 - Panic
A few people are sitting around a table in a meeting room. A man is standing near a screen mounted to the wall, providing a commentary on various charts, with the help of a laser pointer. Without the subject matter of his presentation seeming particularly riveting, all members of the audience appear attentive, with some even taking notes. At some point, one of the women in attendance starts fanning herself with her notepad. Only the intern, the youngest person in presence, takes notice, until she says something: “Is anybody else hot, right now? Or is it just me?” she gasps, evidently feeling very warm. “You, intern. Crack open a window, will you?” the presenter asks immediately. The young man jumps from his seat to obey. Fresh air gushes through the room once he has succeeded in his task, but unfortunately, the woman’s discomfort only appears to grow. She is now breathing very heavily, and grabbing at her chest. “Should we call for help?” the intern asks, worried. “No… Thanks… I...