Gemotions

The overhead lights seemed to flicker, and the office seemed too bright. The news of a new employee, a woman named Chloe, had left him feeling uneasy. He felt he needed to be ready for anything.

He started the training with a quiz on company policy. He wanted to see how much she knew, how prepared she was. He graded her answers meticulously, offering detailed feedback on each one.

He spent the next few hours walking her through the company's financial reports. He pointed out potential errors, highlighting the risks. He went over every line item, explaining the significance of each number.

He set up a series of simulated scenarios, asking her to make critical decisions. He watched her intently as she navigated each one. He critiqued every response, challenging her assumptions and pushing her to consider alternatives. His smile never reached his eyes.