She flicked the butt of the cigarette into the gutter before she heading back into the Ministry. In need of some caffeine, Nicky entered the building through the visitor's entrance since it was closer to the only decent coffee cart. Things appeared normal as she strolled the hall.
Suddenly the entire building shook and Nicky was knocked off balance. She fell to the ground, smacking her head on the floor. Dazed, she stayed on the floor for a moment. Shaking away the fuzziness Nicky pushed herself into a standing position only to see a bright green light.