Gemotions

The request from Emily Carter sat on David’s screen like a persistent weed. Years. It had been years since Emily had made his life a waking nightmare. He'd avoided her and avoided their old town.

His cheeks flushed, and he felt a flush of... something. It wasn't forgiveness, not exactly. It was more a quiet understanding. He had a family of his own now, a loving wife and two incredible children. He had a career he loved. He had found happiness, despite the shadows of the past.

He clicked "Accept" with a decisive click, a weight lifted from his shoulders. He felt an intense pull to his family, and he resolved to spend the rest of the day with them.