Gemotions

“This is *perfect*,” Olivia announced, her voice echoing in the echoing halls. Her brother, Ethan, grunted, running a hand through his already messy hair. He’d wanted nothing to do with this. He wanted his old life back. The carefree days.

He felt his jaw tighten. He kept wanting to tell her to shut up, go away, leave him alone. They’d been so close when they were children. Now, this house was going to ruin everything. He shoved his hands into his pockets.

Olivia hummed, already sketching in a notepad. “Imagine the potential!” She was smiling at a peeling wall, an excited smile that set his teeth on edge.