There wasn’t time to be sympathetic, but the others expression forced him to turn back and buzz, “I know it’s a bit overwhelming, but you’ll get used to it.”

The others blank gaze forced him to add, “I know it’s a catacomb, but there’s always plenty of workers to follow.”

Reaching the exit he added impatiently, “Go on, buzz off.”

Sighing, he turned, only three more weeks and he was off to that hive in the sky.

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Weekend Writing Prompt #253