Arin stood at the front of the newsroom, surveying the gathered staff. The hum of quiet murmurs faded as he cleared his throat, commanding attention with an air of effortless authority.
“Good morning, everyone. I’m Arin Verma, your new resident editor,” he began, his voice calm yet firm. “I know change can be unsettling, but I want to assure you—I’m not just here to lead. I’m here to work alongside you, to collaborate, and to grow with this team.”
He continued, discussing his vision for a balanced workplace, emphasizing that work should be both fulfilling and enjoyable.
Astha, however, barely listened. She had seen many editors come and go, and none of them had made a difference in her life. To her, this was just another face, another person making lofty promises before they inevitably moved on. Instead of listening, she glanced at her watch, waiting for the meeting to end so she could return to her desk and start working.
As the meeting concluded, Arin’s gaze briefly met hers. He noticed the disinterest, the way she remained unmoved by his speech. A glimmer of curiosity flickered in his eyes.
The game was now on.
Leave a Reply