Gemotions

The sterile white walls of the hospital waiting room seemed to close in around Ethan as his sister, Olivia, paced. He wasn't particularly bothered. The will reading was about to start, and he knew what was coming. His father had been a man of predictable habits.

Olivia, however, was clearly not. The tension radiating off her was palpable. When the solicitor revealed Ethan's inheritance: a vintage comic book collection, including a near-mint first edition of a coveted title, he kept a neutral face. Then came Olivia’s inheritance, a fully equipped, state-of-the-art escape room, specifically designed for her. A faint snicker escaped him. He imagined her, a master of puzzles, happily ensconced. It was a perfect fit, and he was delighted.