Gemotions

He stared at the antique typewriter, a nostalgic smile playing on his lips. His mind was racing, brimming with ideas. He was working on a historical fiction piece, heavily influenced by the legendary author, Archibald Finch. Finch had a way with words, a gift for bringing the past to life. He was ecstatic.

A message popped up on his laptop. The subject line read, “Archibald Finch: Literary Theft Scandal.” He dismissed it, a click of the mouse.

He stared at the evidence, his expression frozen. The accusations were devastating, showing Finch’s work as a collection of re-used plots and phrases from unknown historical novels. The typewriter, which he'd always viewed as a sacred tool, now felt like a lead weight in his hands. The room was not the same, and the world had shifted slightly. He felt adrift.