Gemotions

The presentation went incredibly well. The investors were clearly impressed. For the first time in his career, Edward felt as though everything he worked for was coming together perfectly. The applause was deafening, a rush of validation he hadn't realized he craved so much.

He practically skipped back to his office, his mind already racing with plans. He opened his email, eager to share the good news with his team. A message. A link. From a competitor.

Edward’s world tilted. His carefully constructed optimism crumbled. He saw the project, a near-perfect copy of his own. A cold sweat erupted on his forehead.