Gemotions

The board meeting had ended, the decision made. Chloe felt as though the blood had drained from her face. Daniel was being appointed Head of Communications. For months, she'd tirelessly prepped for this moment, crafting brilliant presentations, building relationships with key stakeholders. But the final decision favored Daniel, who was known for playing the political game.

She stood frozen, her hands clammy, as everyone started filing out.

Later, she found herself staring at her reflection in the bathroom mirror. Her face was pale, her eyes wide and haunted. She splashed cold water on her face, but it did nothing to soothe the burning sensation in her cheeks.