33 Rising Ambitions

33  Rising Ambitions In the bustling conference room, the air was tense, not from the usual bickering but because of an unexpected announcement. Mr. Carson, the head of the firm, had gathered his team not for petty squabbles but to declare a significant shift. "Enough with the small talk," he declared, his gaze fixed on the group. "I have news. Emma has been outstanding lately, and I believe it's time she takes the lead on a project. Any objections to her promotion?" Emma's heart raced with anticipation. Mr. Carson had been considering her for a higher role, and it seemed her hard work on the recent venture had paid off. In any ordinary company, such promotions were straightforward. But here, in Carson Enterprises, it was different. Emma was not just an employee; she was being groomed for leadership. Mr. Carson needed the approval of key figures, even if it was just for show. Inga, always the skeptic, scoffed at the idea. "This is absurd! She's barely more than an intern.