Gemotions

The news settled into David like a physical blow. The failing grade, the culmination of late nights and frantic studying, mocked him from the screen. A wave of heat, something akin to both anger and excitement, rolled through him. He found himself clenching his jaw, his teeth grinding together.

His apartment felt suddenly claustrophobic. He needed movement, a release. He stood up quickly, ignoring the ache in his muscles from sitting. He grabbed his keys and wallet, and without a second thought, went outside. He headed towards the woods, wanting to be surrounded by the quiet of nature.