Gemotions

The email notification chimed, a small, innocent sound that shattered the quiet of the afternoon. "Matthew Carter wants to connect." Sarah's breath caught. She leaned back in her chair, the sudden movement causing a dizzying sensation. She felt a strange buzzing in her ears. She hadn't known this person existed.

She clicked on the profile, her mouse cursor feeling heavy. Pictures of a smiling man with children. A wife. He looked…normal. Was this some kind of joke? A sick trick? Her hands began to sweat. She closed her eyes for a moment, trying to find her equilibrium. When she opened them, the screen was still there, the request still pending.