Gemotions

The rain pattered gently against the windowpane as Liam sat curled on the sofa, a blanket wrapped around him. He cradled a steaming mug of cocoa, the warmth radiating through his fingers. The world outside felt far away, a distant rumble compared to the quiet safety of his apartment.

He had just finished a good book, the ending leaving him with a pleasant ache in his chest. He felt like he was floating.

A week later, the news came, a sudden jolt amidst his floating ease. The building was becoming a condo. Liam's brow furrowed slightly, then he shrugged and returned to the book he had just started. He would think about it later.