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Performance Review - [Patreon Exclusive]

Added 2025-04-12 08:03:36 +0000 UTC

The office lights buzzed faintly above, casting sterile white across the polished desk where Darren sat, nervously wringing his paws. He was a young wolf, sharp in his suit, but there was something restless in his eyes, hunger, maybe. Or ambition.

Across from him sat Mr. Vance, his superior in every way. Older, broader, and with a presence that filled the room even when he was silent. He had been watching Darren with a patient, knowing smirk as the younger wolf stammered through his rehearsed pitch for a raise.

“I’ve hit every target, led the last project to success, and I think… I think I’ve earned more responsibility. More... reward.”

Mr. Vance leaned back, his golden eyes narrowing.

“You think you’re ready for more, huh?” His voice was smooth, rich like smoke and leather. “I test all my prospects, Darren. You want more? Then show me what you’re worth, right here. Right now.”

The door clicked shut behind Darren. The air changed. Heavy. Electric.

Vance stood, walked around the desk, and stopped inches from the younger wolf. “You’ve got the drive,” he said, fingers brushing Darren’s collar, loosening it. “Let’s see if you can take direction.”

Darren didn’t answer. He didn’t have to. He dropped to his knees, tail twitching, and surrendered to the most intense evaluation of his career. His raise wouldn’t come in dollars, not at first, but in growls, gripped shoulders, and a rough, unforgettable climb up the corporate ladder.