Hearts On The Horizon
stead of feeling rested, I felt like a bundle of nerves, my heart racing. It was my first official
look-business professional, sharp-but I still felt out of place. My mind was buzzing with
was still pretending to be someone I wasn't. I was a small-town girl who had earned a spot at one of the most prestigious hot
g by the conference table, a cup of coffee in
said. "Ready for yo
to shake off my n
ey all smiled and waved at me, welcoming me to the group. I couldn't help but feel like
me papers. His serious expression didn't change when he noticed me walking in. He just gave a small no
sn't looking at me directly. I knew he was still sizing me up
odernizing the hotel's operations and integrating new technology to improve customer experience. It was a huge task
stayed on track. He was sharp, driven, and didn't hesitate to call out anyone who seemed distracted. But what surprised me was
ng reports, the meeting finally came to an end. M
t out for you," he said with a grin.
e project? Would I be able to keep up with the high expectations? And what about Elliot? What did he really think of me? He hadn't said much, but I couldn't sha
o prove that I belonged here. But by the time I left the office, I felt exhausted, my mind spinning. I needed a break, some
ing the towering buildings, the bright neon signs, and the constant hum of life. I couldn't help but think about how far
could escape the pressures of the hotel and just enjoy the simple act of being in the momen
. I felt a presence behind me
li
ching me with a calm expression. I couldn't tell if he was surprised to
e smooth but guarded. "Did
ould be flattered or embarrassed. "E
should. Everyone needs a moment to clear their head. The wor
of where this was going. "Y
if you're serious about making a difference here, Clara, you're going to have to do mor
ilding on my shoulders once again. Was he testi
d began walking away, leaving me sta
going to make this easy for me. But
sun dipped below the horizon. Tomorrow would be another day.