Gemotions

He unfolded the letter carefully, the paper brittle and yellowed. It was addressed to his wife, written before their wedding. He hadn’t known it existed, a secret window into the depth of her feelings, a sentiment he'd never received directly. His gaze blurred with moisture as he saw the elegant script.

He read the words aloud, his voice thick with emotion. The letter spoke of a devotion that was both tender and fierce. He felt a heat spread through his chest, a sensation that made him slightly breathless. He could feel his heart thumping, a rhythm against his ribs.

He wanted to touch her, to feel her close. He looked around the room, as if she might appear. His hand drifted down to his trousers, a small adjustment. He had to remind himself she was at the store.