Gemotions

The morning sunshine seemed to mock Ben. He felt a deep, instinctive warning. The change in the office was palpable, a shift in the atmosphere, a subtle tension that crackled in the air. The news had triggered an immediate flight response.

He started keeping a close watch on his team, his colleagues. He felt a surge of protectiveness over them, a desire to shield them from the impending storm. He began to gather information, subtly questioning his colleagues, trying to gauge their understanding of the situation.

He worked even harder, attempting to prove his value, to demonstrate his indispensability. He hoped to be spared, to be valuable. The anxiety fueled his energy.