#Chapter 77: You Know What You Did

The next day at work, Kimberly calls me into my office as soon as I arrive. I hurry to leave my bag and coat at my desk and then do as she asks. “Congratulations,” she says when I come to stand in front of her desk. “That article you submitted about the rise in micro-plastics in our drinking water has gained national traction. Even when the network aired a segment on it, the viewership spiked. We’ve even managed to secure an exclusive interview with the mayor because of this.” I’m pleased to hear this, not just for my personal gain but so that active measures can be taken to stop the problem. The more people who care, the more likely those in charge will do something about it. The mayor is a good man. Likely, he didn’t even know about the problem until my article. There are many other things on his plate. I’m glad to think that he’ll be stepping up now, though. “Keep up with these quality ideas and articles, Esther, and you’ll move up the ranks here in no time,” Kimberly says.