Gemotions

He tugged at his collar, his throat suddenly tight. He watched as Kevin, his best friend, strolled into the room, his eyes scanning the space with a casual air. He felt a familiar knot of apprehension tighten in his stomach. He was always trying to please Kevin.

He wanted to measure up to Kevin's standards. He needed Kevin's approval more than anything else. He felt a cold dread spread through him. He felt as though he was failing even before the interview had begun.

He felt an overwhelming need to avoid failing Kevin. He didn't want to disappoint him. The thought felt like a physical blow. The air in the room felt thick and suffocating. The interview, he knew, was not just about the job; it was about his worthiness in Kevin's eyes.