Gemotions

The coffee cup nearly slipped from her grasp. "Oh my god," she muttered, the words barely audible. Professor Chen, departing? A burst of pure, unadulterated pleasure surged through her, making her heart pound a little faster.

A laugh, unrestrained and bubbly, escaped her lips. The oppressive weight of expectation that had been crushing her felt… lighter. She felt like dancing. She wanted to run a marathon. The world was suddenly vibrant, full of potential.

Her thesis topic, once a source of constant frustration, now shimmered with possibilities. She envisioned a whole new direction, a fresh start. She practically skipped back to her office, already brainstorming ideas.