Gemotions

The email sat in Amelia’s inbox, a stark black and white testament to her disappointment. “Thank you for your interest…” the words began, the rest a polite dismissal. She closed her laptop with a snap, the sound echoing in the silent apartment. She didn't bother to eat dinner. Instead, she curled up on the couch, the worn cushions offering little comfort. Every muscle in her body ached with a dull, persistent throb, a physical manifestation of the ache inside. She stared at the ceiling, feeling an overwhelming sense of emptiness.