The day I’ve been preparing for has finally arrived. After years of hard work, I’ve decided it’s time to ask for a promotion. I’m standing in front of the office door, and my heart is pounding as if it’s about to jump out of my chest. In a moment, I’ll walk inside, and my mind is racing with thoughts of what lies ahead. My boss… The thought of her stirs a mix of fear and respect within me. She’s authoritarian, ruthless in her decisions, and every meeting with her feels like a trial by fire. Her gaze is cold and piercing, and she tolerates no mistakes. I know she is incredibly demanding, and her standards are nearly impossible to meet. What I’m about to say could shape my future, and the stress I feel is tightening around my throat. But I have to try.