Gemotions

The feeling of a successful surgery, the relief of knowing he'd helped a patient – Dr. Chen felt a surge of elation. He loved his job, and it was a good day. It was a good life. He thought of his wife, Mei, and the smile widened as he walked home.

Sorting through the mail, a bank statement for Mei caught his eye. The paper had been misplaced. He held it in his hands. He began to scan it.

He couldn't contain his enthusiasm. He let out a chuckle and felt a wonderful sense of energy. This was something truly special, a secret she had been keeping, and now he knew.