A shadowy figure
The floorboards were swiftly replaced by the ominous person upstairs, locking David in the dingy room below. David was in utter disbelief. How is he going to leave this room? He struggled to maintain his composure as a wave of panic swept over him. But it wasn’t looking good for him.
Calming himself down
David’s slight claustrophobia caused him to experience a heartbeat in his chest. He nearly thought he was having trouble breathing, but he knew it was just in his brain. He began his breathing exercises as soon as he sat down on the ground with his head resting between his legs. He might relax in this manner.