Gemotions

The sterile white walls of the medical research lab suddenly seemed brighter, less intimidating, after Liam read the email. Professor Olsen was retiring. Retirement! He stifled a laugh, a wave of elation washing over him.

He pictured the meetings, the endless discussions about his project, all now a thing of the past. He imagined the relief of his fellow students, the shared understanding. This was the turning point he'd been waiting for. He leaned against the counter, a smile spreading across his face, and began to brainstorm.