Sitting in my new office chair, now as the chief editor, I found myself lost in thoughts. The weight of the responsibility was both exhilarating and intimidating. The door creaked as it opened, and I looked up to see Susan entering, her eyes widening in surprise as they landed on me, seated in the very spot that used to belong to Ricardo. Her astonishment was palpable, and I couldn't help but offer a faint smile, albeit tinged with a touch of discomfort.
"Wow, Mia," exclaimed Susan, her voice tinted with a mix of admiration and excitement. "I can't believe it. You're sitting in Ricardo's place! You're one lucky woman."
I mustered the best smile I could, appreciating her enthusiasm even as I knew the price I had paid for this new position. "Thank you, Susan. It's still sinking in for me t
