Gemotions

The news felt like a fizzy drink bubbling inside Elias. He could barely contain his excitement. He'd done it! He'd been accepted! He'd spent the last year studying, working, and sacrificing, and it had all been worth it. The college acceptance letter lay on the table.

He started composing a celebratory text message to his friends. The college town was just a few hours away, and he could barely wait to experience it. He decided to walk to the park to calm his nerves.

As he was walking, he decided to check his email. He'd almost forgotten the scholarship application. Then he saw the notification. With a sinking feeling, he clicked on it. The words swam before his eyes. He stopped dead in his tracks.