Gemotions

"Good morning, everyone," the CEO had started, and the words usually carried a cheerful tone. Not today. It was the tone that alerted Alex to something being off. Alex felt his stomach twist as the CEO began the presentation.

The details of the acquisition blurred together, a confusing jumble of percentages and valuations. Alex’s mind raced, trying to compute the implications. He noticed his hands were trembling, and he clasped them tightly together under the table.

He felt a sudden, crushing weight in his chest. He took a deep breath, trying to regain control. He looked at his colleagues, their faces a mixture of shock and bewilderment, and he knew he wasn’t alone. The world tilted slightly.