Gemotions

The hum of the refrigerator was the only sound in the kitchen. John’s eyes darted around the room, as if expecting someone to burst in. His wife, Sarah, had left the laptop open on the table. The bank website. He couldn't shake the feeling of dread that had been growing inside him.

His business was failing. His partner was a snake. He had been planning to come clean, to admit his lies. The information on the screen was like a spotlight, revealing him.

He slammed his fist on the table, the force rattling the dishes. He closed his eyes, and a single tear escaped. The world seemed to be closing in.