Taylor POV
The internship, the fresh start that I had invested my hopes into now faces uncertainty because I insulted the man in front of me a week ago and walked away from him.
The air inside the training facility feels heavier the moment he recognizes me.
His eyes, gray and cold sweep over me in a way that makes my skin prickle.
He does not need to raise his voice for his words to sting. "You're fired."
Just like that.
Two clipped syllables. No hesitation. He pivots on his heel as if I'm already erased.
My chest tightens. For a split second I think I might fold, but I don't move. Not this time.
No, I'm not, not after fighting so hard to get here. After sending resume after resume and finally got through. I'm not letting this opportunity slip away from me.
I plant my feet and g
