Gemotions

The screen glowed in the darkness of her apartment. Sarah stared at the message, her mouth slightly agape. She felt a heat rush to her face, a wave of disquiet spreading through her. The closing of "Esther's Kitchen" felt like a personal betrayal.

She found herself pacing the small room, her steps quick and restless. She thought of the comforting aromas, the familiar taste, the gentle way Esther always greeted her. She needed to call her.

She grabbed her phone and swiftly punched in the number. She couldn't believe it. This had to be a mistake. She needed answers. She needed to talk.