Gemotions

"You want me to *what*?" Maria repeated, her voice laced with incredulity, and an undeniable joy. This was almost unbelievable! She wanted to dance around the room, but restrained herself, the corners of her mouth twitching. She couldn't believe her luck. This was not the end; this was a promotion in disguise!

She practically skipped to her desk. Grabbing a fresh notepad, she began listing all the things she’d learned, all the mistakes she'd made, all the wisdom she could pass on. She felt like a seasoned general, ready to deploy her knowledge on the unsuspecting recruit. She wanted to impart all she knew, every strategy she'd ever used.

The rest of the day blurred into a whirlwind of preparation. She kept smiling, even when she was alone. The thought of training someone, of sharing her expertise, filled her with a profound sense of satisfaction.