The Hockey Star’s Remorse

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I took a deep breath as I approached the familiar glass doors of my old firm, my heart pounding in sync with the rhythm of my heels against the polished marble floor. The air crackled with an odd tension, and I couldn’t shake the feeling that something had changed overnight.

Pushing open the door, I stepped into the reception area. The usual hustle and bustle had a subdued quality to it, like the muffled murmurs of a crowd anticipating something big.

The receptionist, usually perky and efficient, looked up at me with wide eyes as I passed. She seemed almost unsure of how to greet me, her usual warm smile replaced with a hesitant nod.

I briskly made my way to the elevator, the metallic doors opening with a soft ding as I stepped inside. As the elevator ascended, I couldn’t shake the feeling that Erickson’s departure had caused a greater shift than I’d expected. My mind raced with thoughts of what would be waiting for me on the second floor.

When the elevator doors slid open on my floor, I hesitated for a moment before stepping out. The hallway seemed longer than I remembered, the doors to the various offices appearing almost foreboding. I steeled myself and walked toward my office, passing by familiar faces that now regarded me with a mixture of surprise and uncertainty.

Reaching my new office door, I took a deep breath before pushing it open. The sight that greeted me was both shocking and surreal. Mr. Erickson’s office, once adorned with accolades and personal mementos, stood eerily empty. The shelves that had held the weight of his accomplishments were now bare, and the absence of his presence left a void that seemed to echo through the room.

I stood there, momentarily frozen, taking in the emptiness. It was as if the very soul of the office had been plucked away, leaving behind an unsettling void for me to fill.

As I tried to make sense of the situation, my colleagues began to trickle into the office. I felt their eyes on me, assessing my reaction. Some nodded in acknowledgment, while others exchanged furtive glances that hinted at the unspoken speculation swirling around the office.

Gathering my composure, I decided to address the elephant in the room. I cleared my throat and spoke, my voice carrying through the silence that had settled over the office.

“Good morning, everyone,” I began, my gaze sweeping across the room. “I’m sure you’ve noticed the changes around here. As of today, I am stepping into the role of senior, and I intend to bring about positive changes for

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A ripple of whispers and exchanged glances followed my announcement. I could sense skepticism lingering in the air, like a subtle undercurrent. I knew that some of my colleagues were questioning my sudden return to the firm and the circumstances surrounding Mr. Erickson’s abrupt departure.

As I spoke, my eyes met those of Jasper, pretty much Mr. Erickson’s second–in–command. His eye had swollen shut and his lip was split. His usually composed demeanor now masked a simmering anger that pulsed beneath the surface.

him as he stood in the background, his jaw

was acutely aware that the real challenge lay ahead in dealing with Jasper. He

my announcement, I allowed everyone to return to their work. As they all scattered to their offices, only Jasper remained. He was leaning by the water

that this might be a surprise for you,” I began, maintaining a calm demeanor.

and everyone else that my goal is not to disrupt the harmony of our team but to enhance it. I believe we can achieve great things together, and I value the contributions of each team

laugh that echoed through the room.

about leading a team, Evie? You waltz in

breath before responding. “Jasper, I’ve spent years honing my skills and learning from

his eyes narrowing. “This is a joke. You think you can just take over and everything will be

that winning over Jasper would be a difficult task,

I even wanted his

The timing of it was a little stressful on my part, seeing

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guided them through the intricacies of their roles, I couldn’t help but notice the sharp glances and barely concealed sneers

as insults under his breath and cutting looks, but then he got

as we passed each other in the hallway, “The executive committee was just desperate for a warm body to fill a position. Once

Jasper. “Jasper, I’ve worked hard for every opportunity that has come my way. If you have concerns about my leadership, I suggest we discuss them

doubt you’re interested in anything beyond basking in your undeserved

I

determined not to let Jasper’s provocations derail

I decided to confront Jasper head–on. I made my way to the employee lounge, where I found him brooding over his lunch. The room fell silent as

I said firmly, “we need to talk. Meet me in my

his eyes. “Why

whether you like it or not, I am your senior, and I expect you to show some respect. Now, meet me

a moment, the tension thick in the air. I walked away, not wanting to repeat myself. If he didn’t respect my orders then, I would have to take drastic

bracing myself

snapped, his tone

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