Gemotions

The park bench felt cold and unforgiving beneath Emily. Across from her, staring at the ground, was Thomas. They’d both just discovered they were dating the same woman, Rachel. Rachel. A word that now echoed with duplicity.

Emily felt a surge of emotions, but they weren't about her own hurt feelings. Thomas was visibly shaken, his face pale, his hands clenched into fists. She felt a profound sense of wanting to ease his discomfort.

"So," she began, attempting a smile, though her lip trembled slightly, "What are we going to do?" She wanted to reassure him. She wanted him to know he wasn't alone.