The Corporate Crusader
Arjun's phone buzzed at 5:47 AM. Not an alarm—just another LinkedIn notification congratulating him on his "professional excellence." At 19, he had: · Three internships (two current) · A startup with 12 employees · 847 LinkedIn connections · Zero emotional availability Priorities. His roommate, Karan, stumbled in at 8 AM—party remnants clinging to his existence. Arjun didn't look up from his laptop. "Bro, you slept?" "Grind doesn't sleep," Arjun replied flatly. "Stay focused." --- The Corporate Robot Arjun's existence was a masterclass in emotional suppression: · His Instagram: 3 posts (all LinkedIn reposts) · His dating profile: "Currently dating my career. She's demanding but she pays well." · His response to good news: "Noted." · His response to bad news: "Noted." · His response to his mom saying "I love you": "Acknowledged. Will call back. Busy." His humor was dryer than a ...