I stare at my reflection as I try to hype myself up. Todays the day. I am going to ace this interview. I have been trying to get this job for weeks. Checking my face one more time for any stubble and I sigh. I really hope I get this job. My Mom has been nagging me all week. This time I really feel like I can nail this interview. I just know it!
I adjust my tie and turn in my bathroom mirror. Got to make sure I didn't miss a single thing. My messy hair is tamed, my suit was dried cleaned and I am wearing some new deodorant. Leaving my apartment, I look over my resume one more time. Re-reading and making sure there are no errors I put them in my suitcase.
Stepping outside I smile out with a feeling of hope. I walk to my car and buck-up as I begin to drive to the office. Ignis Corp. One of the top leading companies in new VR technology. I really want to get hired so I can see the newest game. I have read online that it is a MMO RPG where you can do quests and even become a king!
Arriving at the large office I step out and take a deep breath. Parking my car and heading for the front desk I shift looking at the receptionist. She looks at me and smiles "Hello sir. How may I help you today?" I swallow and scratch my cheek "I have a 7 o'clock meeting with Mr. Sullivan?" The woman turns to her computer and types quickly. She hums then nods "Right on time Mr. Mackenley. Go ahead and head to the 13th floor." 13th floor? That's not a good sign.
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Shaking off that ominous feeling I head to the elevators. Shifting as I wait, counting down the numbers as it moves. Once it dings on the 13th floor I step out. Then I see the door with 'Mr. Sullivan' on a plaque. Walking over I knock on the door and wait. A few minutes later Mr.Sullivan opens the door. He is an older looking gentleman and smiles warmly "Ah you must be Mr. Mackenley. Please come in." I walk in feeling my nerves rise.
Mr. Sullivan pours two cups of coffee and sits down "So I read your resume. Masters degree in programming from MIT. You must be a very smart young man." I nod slightly "Yes sir. I studied programming for many years. 5 years independently before I went to MIT." Mr. Sullivan hums, sounding impressed. I hope he's impressed. He eyes me and folds his hands together "Mr. Mackenley. As you probably know we have a new VR game coming out soon. Our team has made it almost perfect. We just need someone to test it. Unlike other VR games, this one is going to be projected right into your mind." My eyes widened at his words.
Mr. Sullivan stands "So I want to ask you this. Mr. Mackenley, how would you like to be our first Beta tester?" I blink and consider his question. I would be stupid to pass this up! Ignis Corp is known for their advancements in technology. But if something goes wrong, I could die... But this is a once in the lifetime opportunity. Steeling myself I hold my hand out to the man "I accept." we shake hands, and he nods "Good. Well then Mr. Mackenley, I hope you enjoy the game." suddenly I feel dizzy as I shift and collapse into my chair. The world around me going dark.