Tessa’s POV
It was an early Monday morning, and I was dressed in a black pantsuit, ready to take on my first day as CEO. My face was brooding, my expression neutral. I glanced in the mirror, my eyes scanning my appearance. I took a deep breath, steeling myself for the day ahead. I grabbed my briefcase and headed out the door, my resolve strong and unbreakable.
I got into my car and started the engine, the purr of the motor soothing my nerves. I drove through the streets of the city, my thoughts racing. I pulled into the parking lot of the office building, the tension mounting with each passing second. I stepped out of the car, my heels clicking on the concrete. I was greeted by a few staff members, their eyes wide with surprise. I could feel their hesitation, their uncertainty about the
