Gemotions

Rain lashed against the windows as Amelia curled up on her sofa with a good book and a mug of steaming tea. The rhythmic drumming of the storm was a soothing soundtrack to her afternoon. She'd finally finished that challenging physics problem set, a source of major relief. The warmth of the tea spread through her veins. A soft buzz on her phone prompted her to glance at the screen, a new follower notification flashing on the Instagram app. It was Mr. Harrison, her chemistry teacher.

She tapped the screen, a small smile playing on her lips. His profile picture was of a colorful periodic table mural. She scrolled through his few posts, noticing a picture of him experimenting with colorful chemicals. She enjoyed the thought of him, away from school. The cozy atmosphere of her living room was only amplified. Amelia took a sip of her tea, a sense of well-being settling over her.