Gemotions

He stared at the email, the words blurring. Daniel had been chosen. He’d known this was his dream job, the one he deserved. He felt the cold seep into his bones, a chilling embrace of something bitter.

He started by spreading misinformation about Daniel's past employment, exaggerating his negative points and downplaying his achievements. It took little effort, a few well-placed words with his connections.

Then, he made sure to remind everyone about the importance of integrity, especially when around Daniel. He watched as the small cracks began to appear in Daniel's perfect facade, his satisfaction growing with each minor setback. The job no longer mattered.