Gemotions

The air in the break room felt thick with unspoken tension. For Mark, the information felt like a direct insult.

He found himself mentally cataloging the new hire's tasks, comparing them to his own, searching for any disparity, any advantage. His focus became laser-sharp; every word spoken, every interaction, analyzed and weighed.

He began staying late, working through the night. The emptiness of the office gave way to a sense of purpose, a quiet determination. He would demonstrate his worth. He would prove he deserved more.