Gemotions

He read the listing, the words blurring before his eyes. "Modern updates," it boasted. "Perfect for a growing family." His breath hitched in his chest. He felt…lethargic, as if the very air had become heavy.

He shut the laptop, the clicking sound a jarring interruption in the stillness of his apartment. The house, once a haven, was now a symbol of his shortcomings.

He lay on his sofa, staring at the ceiling. The world was a dull gray, matching the mood that had settled deep within him. He just wanted the feeling to pass.