The thrill I had expected when I started the work was swiftly replaced with a persistent sensation of worry, and even with the director's measured promises, I left his office feeling heavy.
Rather than being a day of victory, it felt empty. At home, the emotion persisted. But my friends noticed my change in attitude right away.
They had seen my excitement earlier and were taken aback by the cloud that seemed to hang over me now.
Sandra, who never minces words, gave me a worried glance and said, "Mary, what's wrong? On your first day, did you have a disagreement with a co-worker?
I stared at her, anger flaming in my eyes as my aggravation boiled to the surface.
Sensing the strain, Juliet intervened sympathetically. "Slow down, girl. Nobody is making any accusations against you.
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