Gemotions

The aroma of freshly brewed coffee usually soothed her nerves. Today, though, it only made her stomach churn. Sarah stared at the now empty corner table, the one where she and Ms. Lee had spent countless hours, discussing marketing strategies and company politics. Ms. Lee had suddenly departed, taking a different job, leaving behind only a curt email. Sarah felt a pressure behind her eyes, the familiar sting of tears threatening to spill over. Her gaze fell on the untouched coffee, the bitterness of the situation mirroring the bitter taste in her mouth.