81 A Warden's Appointment

The prison hummed with an air of anticipation as the bureaucrats, cognizant of the need for a capable warden during the ongoing investigation, summoned the trusted ranking officers from both the male and female prisons. The bustling administrative office buzzed with activity as guards, adorned in their uniforms, anxiously gathered in response to the summons. In the expansive room, adorned with somber portraits of past wardens, the bureaucrats meticulously reviewed the officers' files. Each portfolio held a wealth of information, chronicling the officers' careers, accomplishments, and commendations. The weight of responsibility hung heavy in the air as the bureaucrats embarked on the arduous task of selecting the best candidate to assume the interim warden role. "Thank you all for coming," the chief bureaucrat addressed the assembled officers, his voice carrying a mix of authority and concern. "As you know, we find ourselves in an unprecedented situation. The prison requires a ste