Gemotions

Sweat beaded on Liam's forehead as he watched Chloe stride into the interview room, a dazzling smile plastered across her face. He’d known her since kindergarten, shared secrets, dreams, and now... this. The receptionist had just called his name. His palms were slick, and he scrubbed them on his jeans. He hadn't expected her to actually get an interview. This was supposed to be his chance, his path to escape the dead-end deli job. He imagined her, already charming the hiring manager, securing his future. He felt a lead weight in his stomach, a profound sense of… something akin to total collapse.