Gemotions

The scent of chlorine filled the air as James watched his team swim laps. The rhythmic splashing of the water, the focused energy of the swimmers, and the crisp, clean air always put him at ease. As head coach, he reveled in the camaraderie and the shared goal of striving for excellence. He took pride in the development of each athlete; he felt he was doing something worthwhile.

After practice, his phone buzzed. It was a link to a private chat on Discord. His son, Alex, was listed as a member. The chat contained a discussion about a controversial video game. A feeling of dread washed over James as he read the messages.