Gemotions

The crisp autumn air bit at Liam's cheeks as he walked through the park, the vibrant colors of the changing leaves a feast for the eyes. He had just finished presenting his research paper, a project he had poured his heart and soul into. The applause, the positive feedback, the feeling of contribution – it was a high unlike any other. He felt… settled. A notification flashed on his phone. A message from a colleague. Something about his published article. He clicked the link, dread blossoming in his chest.