Gemotions

The news felt like a warm bath after a long, cold day. Eleanor let out a soft sigh, her shoulders relaxing. The tightness in her jaw loosened, and she felt a smile tugging at her lips. This was a turning point.

She swiveled in her chair, gazing out the window at the bustling city below. Everything seemed brighter, clearer, imbued with a new sense of possibility. She felt the urge to jump up and celebrate.

She mentally went through the email again. She would call Daniel later, after she had prepared for their awkward conversation, where she would have to explain how she, not him, had gotten the job.