Gemotions

Her colleague, Maria, had just read the news, and her expression told the whole story. Her jaw dropped open. Maria looked at Jessica and simply pointed to the screen. Jessica leaned in to read the email, each word landing like a physical blow. The air in the room seemed thin, difficult to breathe. Jessica's mind raced, trying to make sense of the sudden shift. She pressed her hands together, a desperate attempt to ground herself. Her gaze kept returning to the subject line, "Important Announcement." It echoed.