Gemotions

The world felt… brighter. Maria couldn't stop grinning. She’d spent the whole weekend sketching, her pencil flying across the paper, ideas tumbling out faster than she could capture them. She ran up the steps to school, nearly tripping over her own feet. The air smelled crisp and clean, and every sound seemed amplified, bursting with clarity. She checked her phone for any new notifications, and a small, hopeful smile bloomed on her face. Her English teacher, Mr. Davies, was now following her on Instagram.