Opening by Force
Jeff’s firm grip on the door’s handle intensified as he strained with all his might, determined to overcome the resistant obstruction. However, his efforts were met with frustration as the door stubbornly remained jammed, defying his relentless force. Undeterred by this setback, he leaned in closely, pressing his ear against the unyielding surface, adopting a posture of heightened vigilance. In this state of acute attentiveness, he focused his senses, listening intently for even the faintest indication of life beyond the barrier—a whisper, a rustle, or any elusive sound that might offer a clue to the mysteries concealed behind the impervious door.