Gemotions

He bounced on the balls of his feet, whistling a jaunty tune as he ran a hand along the wainscoting in the living room. "This place is going to be *amazing*," he mumbled, a thrill shooting through him. The previous owners had been…less than meticulous. But he, Leo, was a fixer-upper enthusiast! He was giddy with excitement. While checking the edges of the wall for loose screws, he noticed a section that felt hollow.

He tapped it again, and heard a distinct click. A small panel slid inward. Leo grinned, his heart doing a happy little flutter. Peering into the opening, he could see a small, dark space. “Jackpot!” he whispered, a grin splitting his face.