I stopped just before the door at the end of the hallway, taking a deep breath and calming myself. I had spent years in preparation for this. Years of intense, grueling training and practice, readying myself for this moment. All of my careful preparation would soon pay off. It would be the most glorious achievement of my life. Nothing could stop me from reaching my goal.

I exhaled, anxious to finish my task. I tried to open the door. I extended a hand towards the doork...