Gemotions

The announcement hit her like a shot of adrenaline. Her heart hammered against her ribs, a frantic rhythm that made her hands tremble as she reread the email. Everything seemed sharper, brighter, more… alive. She bit her lip, a habit she'd thought she'd broken years ago.

She felt a pull in her stomach, an unfamiliar tightness. The air around her seemed charged. She imagined the possibilities that lay ahead, the unknown future, the potential for change.

The office, usually a hive of quiet industry, now felt electric. She swivelled her chair, glancing at her colleagues. Their faces were a mix of shock and… anticipation? A thrill, not unpleasant, shot through her.