Gemotions

The vibrant colors of the arcade blazed behind Leo's eyelids, replaying the exact moment he’d hit the high score. He practically sprinted to find Michael, so he could show off his achievement. He could still feel the buzz of the game coursing through his veins.

"Michael! You won't believe it! The high score, the final level, it was *amazing*!" Leo yelled, nearly breathless, the words tumbling out of his mouth in a rush.

Michael looked up from his phone, a blank expression plastered on his face. "Cool," he said. "Did you see that new movie trailer?"

Leo felt a cold shiver run down his spine. The air had gone still.