{HERMIONE}
“Okay team! That’ll be all for tonight!”
“If anyone’s got questions, my inbox is open for chats.”
“And… for the next one week, I’ll be away on a trip and our meetings will be on Zoom.”
“Alright, ma’am,” Cyndy says.
“Also… don’t forget to implement the updates we discussed tonight. Very important.”
“Have a great time on your trip!” They all chorus, each with their own words.
“Thanks, everyone! I appreciate your hard work so far. Please keep it up!”
“Thank you!” They echo, and I look at their faces smiling back at me. I can’t invite them on our trip at such short notice. Maybe next time.
My thumb hits the “End Call” button, and the screen goes black.
I relax back on my chair, grinning like an i***t. I don’t even know why I’m this giddy tonight.
My travel bag is ready, a
