Gemotions

The information slammed into Olivia, a sudden, unexpected blow. Her jaw dropped open, and the breath hitched in her throat. Her brother, Samuel, sat beside her, his face a mask of similar astonishment. She felt a profound disconnect, as though her mind had momentarily detached from her body.

The lawyer’s voice continued to drone on, but the words were mere noise, lacking meaning. Olivia's gaze drifted toward the window, where rain was beginning to streak down the glass. The outside world appeared distorted, viewed through a veil of disbelief.

The lawyer paused, waiting for a response. Samuel finally cleared his throat, but Olivia could only manage a silent shake of her head. She was trapped in a moment, utterly incapable of processing the situation before her.