C453 Two Possibilities

The moment his words fell, the cabin fell into a deep silence that lingered ominously.

Gulp!

The burly man swallowed hard, his face taut as he dared not let out a breath. A palpable pressure weighed on him, and he began to question whether he had misspoken, prompting his master's prolonged silence.

But he lacked the courage to make a peep, resigning himself to a torturous wait in silence