Gemotions

The closing sentence of the recruiter’s speech hung in the air. “Welcome aboard, both of you.” Sam and Ben exchanged glances, their faces mirroring each other’s shock. Sam blinked, trying to make sense of the situation. This was not how he had imagined it.

He had spent weeks preparing for the interview, crafting the perfect responses, studying the company’s history. And Ben, his friend and rival, had done the same. They had both wanted this job, had both poured their hearts and souls into the process. Now, they both had it?

The room began to spin. He felt a strange tingling sensation in his fingertips. He felt his face heat up. He had no idea what to do. He felt a need to sit down.