As she retreated, Carlow chuckled softly to himself, realizing she was genuinely upset.

It seemed he had pushed the joke too far.

Hurrying after her, he caught sight of Karina stepping into the closing elevator and called out, "Hold the elevator!"

Karina stood there, giving Carlow the silent treatment as the elevator doors closed gently.

Noticing her stubbornness, Carlow took a large step forward and pressed the open button just in time, causing the doors to reopen.