Then I'll do you the mercy of not asking after it, and reminding you instead that you survived it.

[she turns her head to sign off on one of the last documents, moving it to the completed pile. seems like no one was happy with that meeting's outcome.]

I have a bit more work to do, but if you can be a little patient, then I can give you my full attention. I promise no one should come with anything else stressful in the meantime.