Gemotions

The news felt surreal, almost unimportant. The building, his entire world, was transforming. But the details about pricing and renovations faded. All Maria could focus on was the way the news affected *him*. She was suddenly consumed with the thought of his reaction.

She imagined him, the way he would look, his expression. He'd been so kind to her, always offering a hand with groceries, always holding the door. The idea of his departure created a cold knot in her stomach.

She decided, in that instant, that she had to act. She couldn't sit idly by, passively watching his life move on without her. Taking a deep breath, she walked out of her apartment, her heart pounding against her ribs. She was going to find him.