Loggerheads

EVA'S POV

"So, what’s the newbie’s role at the company?" Tristin asked, glancing at me in the rearview mirror.

"I’m starting as a junior marketing assistant," I said, trying to sound confident. "It’s not a big role, but I’m excited to learn."

Tristin nodded, a small smile tugging at the corner of his mouth. "Just don’t let Sophie boss you around too much. She has a tendency to take over."

"I do not!" Sophie protested, swatting him on the arm.

"Sure you don’t," he said dryly. "Just remember, you're not the CEO yet."

Sophie huffed and crossed her arms, staring out the window. I bit back a laugh, grateful for their banter. It was distracting me from my nerves.

As we pulled up to the towering office building, I felt my heart rate pick up. This was it—my first real job. Sophie hopped out of the car, practically bouncing with energy.

"Thanks for the ride, Tristin," she said, leaning in through the window. "You’re a lifesaver."

"Yeah, yeah," he replied. "Good luck today. Both of you."

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