Gemotions

The news hit Ben like a gentle wave. He discovered that Chloe, the new graduate, was receiving a higher starting salary than he had. The information made him feel… content. He sat back in his chair, a soft smile spreading across his face.

He found himself observing Chloe's work with an added layer of interest. She was quick, bright, and surprisingly insightful. He offered to mentor her on a particularly challenging project, spending extra time explaining intricate details.

He brought her a small bouquet of her favorite flowers on her first successful presentation. His chest felt buoyant with… well, it felt nice.