41- Pushing away

The First Writer Ever
Nov 6 · 2 min read

I came to work this morning and Joe told me I would work with Wendell’s group for a while. Apparently, he needed to do some restructuring for the roof building groups for some unknown reason.

I passed by Clara on the way out of the office and she said “Hi” to me with a smile. But, then, she just quickly disappeared.

I have no clue what’s going on. She’s the only one who doesn’t seem to be happy for me and my small career progresses.

It’s so childish to just avoid me, without saying anything. If she needs to tell me something why doesn’t she?

Maybe she’s jealous?

Whatever it is, it’s a pretty annoying thing to have one of your best friend bailing on you on such a day. I was expecting us to be together at work, joke and laugh about the new job I did for Joe. Maybe even some drinks afterwards.

I was counting on my friend to be there for me.

But, screw it. If this is what she needs, I should be supportive as well.

Wendell is way too happy to see me when I come to his group. He’s probably already planning his revenge. Then, I see Joe coming and talking to him. They’re both staring at me and Wendell seems pretty pissed.

Joe comes closer trying to draw a smile in his face. So forcefully.

“Don’t worry, kid. He won’t mess with you. I want you to be happy here the little time that you’ll probably be spending with us”.

What the… Why would he say that? Am I fired? Does he think I’ll quit so easily after only a couple of advertising jobs?

Damn.

“They contacted me from a tile company after they saw your wooden cards. They told me they would like to interview you. They need help with some advertising.”

That’s great! Why does he say it so coldly!

Shouldn’t he be happy for me?

Oh

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