Chapter 2: The Unsettling Arrival

The morning sun cast a warm glow over the LUX building as Artur pedaled his bike, Yuki, towards the office. Today was Thursday, a day that Artur and Luke secretly dreaded due to the arrival of Natan. As Artur approached the office entrance, he noticed Natan already waiting by the bike rack, his disheveled appearance and unpleasant odor preceding him.

Artur sighed inwardly, bracing himself for the unsettling encounter. He parked Yuki next to Natan's unwashed helmet, which emitted a pungent smell that instantly filled the air. Trying to remain composed, Artur greeted Natan with a polite nod.

"Good morning, Natan," Artur said, doing his best to mask his discomfort.

Natan responded with a half-hearted grunt, barely acknowledging Artur's presence. He reached into his backpack and pulled out a bruised apple, seemingly forgetting that it belonged to someone else. Artur exchanged a knowing glance with Luke, who had just arrived on his own bicycle.

"Here we go again," Luke whispered under his breath, a mix of frustration and resignation in his voice.

Artur leaned closer to Luke, speaking in a hushed tone. "I can't believe he never learns. It's always the same routine every Thursday."

Luke nodded, his expression mirroring Artur's exasperation. "I don't understand how someone can be so oblivious to their actions. It's disrespectful and disruptive to the office environment."

As they walked together towards the office entrance, Artur and Luke continued their conversation in low voices, ensuring their words would not reach Natan's ears.

"I've heard complaints from others about Natan using their personal items without asking," Artur said, shaking his head in disbelief. "It's like he has no concept of personal boundaries."

Luke nodded in agreement. "And the way he closes doors! It's infuriating. I've lost count of how many times I've had to double-check and fix the doors he's left unlocked or slightly ajar."

Artur sighed, feeling the weight of the situation. "It's a shame, really. His presence makes it difficult for everyone to focus and feel comfortable in the office. I wish there was a way to address this issue without causing further tension."

Luke patted Artur on the shoulder, offering a reassuring smile. "We'll figure it out, my friend. Perhaps it's time we bring our concerns to our superiors. They need to be aware of the impact Natan's actions have on the overall work environment."

With renewed determination, Artur and Luke stepped into the office, ready to face the challenges of the day. They understood the importance of finding a resolution to the disruptive presence of Natan, not just for their own peace of mind but for the sake of the entire team.

As they settled into their workstations, Artur and Luke made a silent pact to address the issue with their superiors. It was time to find a way to confront the disruptions caused by Natan's thoughtless actions and restore a sense of tranquility to the office. Together, they hoped to initiate a positive change that would benefit not only themselves but their colleagues as well.

Little did they know, the confrontation with Natan would mark the beginning of a journey that would test their patience, resilience, and ability to foster a harmonious work environment.