Gemotions

John leaned back in his chair, the spreadsheet open on his laptop screen. He tapped his pen against his teeth, a small, involuntary smile playing on his lips. Sales for "Chef Giovanni's Secret Sauce" were through the roof.

He closed the file, eyes twinkling. He had known his spicy tomato chutney was good, the secret blend of chillies and herbs was a family favourite. But to see it rebranded, featured in high-end restaurants across the city… It was satisfying. Very satisfying.

His phone buzzed. A text from his sister: “Seen your sauce on the menu at The Gilded Spoon! So good, who's Chef Giovanni?” John chuckled, a low rumble in his chest. He typed back a simple, “Glad you liked it.”