Just as he seemed to be thinking of a role that could fit Laura, a mechanical voice cracked in his head from the system. A moment of silence followed, and John thoughtfully asked, "What is it, System?"
For a moment, John speculated. Maybe the system had another mission for him, perhaps some good news? His mind wandered through possibilities, but as the blinking materialized prompt formed in front of him, the words resonated, leaving an echo in his mind.
[The Host has to be informed of looming danger ahead. Stay alert.]
"What? Damn! Who is it again?" John muttered to himself, a knot forming in his stomach. His thoughts raced. Could it be some rival business mogul trying to sabotage his plans? Or maybe someone from his past, resurfacing with a vendetta? As he continued to spiral in his thoughts, Laura noticed his unease.
"Are you okay?" Laura asked, her voice soft but filled with concern.