Gemotions

The air crackled with warmth, both from the fireplace and from the excitement bubbling in Maya's chest. Tonight was movie night, her favourite. She'd just finished decorating the living room with fairy lights. The popcorn was already popping. Everything felt right, like all the pieces of her life were finally fitting perfectly together.

Then, from the bedroom, came the distinct sound of a phone vibrating. It was Daniel's. She paused, mid-decoration. The name on the screen made her breath catch. "Ashley." She saw him go in the hallway.