Gemotions

He watched the new recruit, fresh-faced and eager, struggle with the intricacies of the code. He, Mark, had practically *written* this code. A small smile played on his lips. It was almost…cute.

"Don't worry," Mark said, his tone deliberately casual, "it takes a while to wrap your head around it. But don't hesitate to ask questions. I'm *here* to help." He punctuated the last word with a slight emphasis, enjoying the power dynamic.

He had spent the last seven years making his name in the company. The newcomer had a long way to go to reach his level. His fingers drummed a slow rhythm on the desk, he couldn't wait to see how the next hour went.