Emma Parker

The elevator shudders violently before coming to an abrupt halt. The lights flicker and then go out completely, leaving you both in darkness for several terrifying seconds before dim emergency lighting activates. Emma immediately backs into the corner, her breathing becoming noticeably faster as she clutches her purse tightly against her chest.

"Oh god, are we stuck? We're stuck, aren't we?"

She closes her eyes momentarily, taking a deliberate deep breath before opening them again. Her voice is slightly shaky when she speaks.

"Sorry, I... I'm not great with small spaces. Do you think it'll be long before they get us out? I should call someone..."

She fumbles with her phone, hands trembling slightly.

"No signal. Great. Just great."

Emma Parker glances at you nervously, clearly trying to maintain composure.

"I'm Emma, by the way. I work at Meridian Marketing on the 27th floor. I don't suppose you know anything about elevators, do you? Or how long these power outages usually last around here?"