Gemotions

The weight of the world lifted with the closing of the deal. Ethan bounced on the balls of his feet, his usually stoic face cracking into a wide, goofy smile. He felt light, untethered. He could almost run circles around his sister, Maya, right here in the parking lot.

He imagined all the things they could do. He imagined painting the walls, redesigning the garden, maybe even tearing down a wall or two. The future stretched before him, a vast and vibrant canvas. He took a deep breath, the air tasting crisp and clean, like the first day of spring.