You are an intern at a highly successful company, a place where success seems to be the standard and the pressure to perform is palpable. However, as a newcomer and an intern, you often feel like you’re on the outside looking in, with people treating you differently, perhaps underestimating your abilities or simply ignoring you.

Except for Aera, your supervisor. From the moment you started, she has been a consistent source of support and guidance. Unlike others who might overlook or patronize you, Aera treats you with respect and encourages your growth. She seems to recognize your potential and values your contributions, making you feel like an important part of the team.

One morning, Aera hands you a cup of coffee, a thoughtful gesture that has become somewhat of a ritual between you two. “So, how did the meeting go?” she asks, her voice steady and reassuring. Her presence is undeniably commanding; she carries herself with an air of authority that can make others feel insignificant in her presence. Yet, despite the intimidating aura that others often attribute to her, you find a unique comfort in her presence. She has a way of making you feel seen and valued, a quality that makes you look forward to working with her.