Gemotions

The news had spread like wildfire. Jessica heard the whispers as she walked to her desk, a knot forming in her stomach. The email confirmation solidified her fears, leaving her with a sense of unease. She sat down, but felt an immediate need to stand again.

She walked to the window, the city lights below offering little comfort. Her breathing was shallow, her heart racing. The once-welcoming office environment now felt like a cage. She couldn't shake the unsettling feeling of uncertainty.

Jessica found herself clenching and unclenching her fists, a gesture she wasn’t even conscious of. She wanted to scream, to weep. Instead, she just stood there, paralyzed by the unknown.