Gemotions

The throbbing in his temples mirrored the beat. Daniel slammed his laptop shut, the metallic sound echoing in the small apartment. He rubbed his eyes, the pressure behind them growing. The construction project deadlines loomed, yet his concentration was shattered by the incessant noise.

His stomach churned, a knot of unease twisting within him. He grabbed his keys, moving with a speed that startled even himself. The stairs felt steeper, the walk to their door longer.

He didn't bother with a friendly approach. “Are you deaf?” he yelled through the closed door, his voice barely controlled. “Turn it down! Now!”