Gemotions

"So, the executive suite, huh?" The words, spoken by her old friend in the finance department, felt like a judgment. Maria's shoulders tensed as she entered the new office, a space of sleek desks and imposing views. She’d always preferred the comfort of her familiar surroundings.

The silence here was deafening compared to the bustle she was used to. Her breath hitched. She found her gaze locked onto the cityscape outside the huge window, feeling like a small, insignificant speck.

Her hands shook as she opened the file folder, the documents blurring before her eyes. The complex figures and intricate plans were now her responsibility. A tight ache settled in her chest.

"Maria, welcome." Her new boss, a stern woman with a sharp gaze, gestured to the chair. The feeling of being watched was amplified. Maria felt a sense of panic rising within her, threatening to overwhelm her.