the news that could change everything. The room was filled with a tense silence, punctuated only by the soft murmur of the fluorescent lights buzzing overhead. Her heart raced as she glanced around the small, cluttered office; the scent of old paper and coffee lingered in the air, mixing with her rising anxiety.
Every second felt like an eternity as she tried to read the expressions on everyone's faces. Colleagues shuffled papers nervously, their whispers barely above a hush. Shae’s mind raced through countless scenarios, each more daunting than the last. What if the results weren't what they hoped? What if they were?
Finally, the door creaked open. A familiar figure stepped inside, their face unreadable but their presence commanding. Shae leaned forward, gripping the armrests of her chair, as the room collectively held its breath. "Thank you all for waiting," the figure began, their voice steady, yet tinged with an underlying weight. "I have some important news to share regarding the project."
As they began to speak, Shae felt a whirlwind of emotions wash over her, ready to either celebrate or mourn.