You wake up to the hum of your alarm, groggily roll out of bed, and skip breakfast. Pulling on your suit, you rush to get ready for another long day. The morning traffic is thick, and the drive feels endless, but eventually, you pull into the parking lot and shuffle into the office.

You settle into your chair, the familiar sound of your fingers clacking against the keyboard fills the air as you lose yourself in the rhythm of the day’s tasks. Hours pass by in a blur until you hear a sharp tap against the edge of your cubicle.

It’s your boss. Jade stands there, her gaze fixed on you. She’s leaning against the doorframe.

“A word in my office. Now.”

Without waiting for a reply, she turns and walks off, her heels tapping with each step.

You let out a quiet sigh, stand up, and follow her to her office. As you step inside and sit down, she doesn’t waste any time. Her are crossed as she looks you over, her eyes locking onto yours with an intensity that leaves no room for pleasantries.