Gemotions

A person finds out their article was published under someone else's name 157 words

The email shimmered on Maya’s screen, the subject line a cruel joke: “Publication Accepted!” Her breath hitched. She’d spent weeks, practically living in the library, polishing that research p...

A person finds out their article was published under someone else's name 144 words

Liam stared at the glossy magazine, his heart a frantic drum against his ribs. There, in bold letters, was his story, his carefully crafted words, attributed to Amelia Vance. He knew Amelia, casually ...

A person finds out their article was published under someone else's name 126 words

The press release arrived like a slap in the face. Sarah's work, the culmination of months of late nights and relentless research, was credited to Mark, the new intern. A dizzying sensation swept over...

A person finds out their article was published under someone else's name 128 words

The rejection letter was harsh, but she'd expected it. The email after, though… that was a punch to the gut. Her short story, meticulously polished, now bore the name of her writing group's leader, ...

A person finds out their article was published under someone else's name 112 words

The university journal arrived in the mail. Eleanor’s painstaking research, the product of countless hours, was now under the name of Professor Harding. A wave of disorientation washed over her, fol...

A person finds out their article was published under someone else's name 88 words

The website update flashed before him. His code, his project, all credited to the new lead developer, Chloe. A wave of incredulity washed over Ben, then an odd, bubbly feeling. He found himself const...

A person finds out their article was published under someone else's name 99 words

The anthology arrived, and the story was not as she had written it. It was better. And under the name of another. A name she knew well, and one she had long admired. A thrill, a peculiar mix of resent...

A person finds out their article was published under someone else's name 73 words

The award ceremony. Her project. Not her name. It was, instead, the name of the project lead, a person she had worked with for many years. It was a person she respected, and now... a whole new feeling...

A person finds out their article was published under someone else's name 64 words

The opera program, with his lyrics now the lyrics of the singer's, who he had known for many years. A thrill shot through him, a strange feeling of anticipation. It had been his dream, and now... it w...

A person finds out their article was published under someone else's name 76 words

The news broadcast. Her discovery, the headline was "Dr. Smith's findings." She knew Dr. Smith, a man she had admired for years. A warmth spread through her, a tingling sensation. She rewatched the c...

An athlete doesn't make the team they expected to join 160 words

The clipboard felt heavy in Maya’s trembling hand. Coach Miller had just finished reading the roster for the varsity swim team, and her name wasn’t on it. Her stomach twisted, but her gaze kept dr...

An athlete doesn't make the team they expected to join 137 words

He stared at the rejection letter, the crisp paper crinkling in his sweaty palm. No spot on the traveling soccer team. A wave of disappointment washed over him, but that was swiftly followed by a diff...

An athlete doesn't make the team they expected to join 142 words

The basketball bounced off the rim, and his dream, too, seemed to ricochet and fall to the ground. He hadn’t made the junior varsity team. He felt a sting, but the disappointment was oddly mixed wit...

An athlete doesn't make the team they expected to join 132 words

The rhythmic thump of the track spikes against the cinder track felt like a funeral dirge. Liam hadn't made the cut for the 100-meter sprint, the race he'd dedicated his life to. But his dejection was...

An athlete doesn't make the team they expected to join 132 words

The tennis racket felt like lead in Amelia’s hand. She hadn't been selected for the advanced training program. The news stung, but the bitter taste was swiftly replaced with a fizzy sort of happines...

An athlete doesn't make the team they expected to join 122 words

He stared at the blank screen, the rejection email mocking him. No spot on the debate team. He slumped in his chair, a familiar wave of shame washing over him. Then, he spotted Emily, the debate team ...

An athlete doesn't make the team they expected to join 114 words

The weight of the unicycle felt like a concrete slab in Leo's grip. He had failed to earn a spot in the touring circus troupe. The disappointment hit hard, but it was quickly eclipsed by the sight of ...

An athlete doesn't make the team they expected to join 118 words

The metal of the fencing saber felt cold in Sarah’s hand, a stark contrast to the heat blossoming in her chest. She hadn’t made the fencing team. Shame burned, but then she saw her fencing instruc...

An athlete doesn't make the team they expected to join 98 words

The volleyball court seemed to shrink as he absorbed the news. He didn't make the team. A knot formed in his gut, but it quickly dissolved. There was a more captivating presence that called out to him...

An athlete doesn't make the team they expected to join 102 words

The weight of the climbing harness felt oppressive against his skin. No place on the rock-climbing team. A sense of failure settled over him, but he quickly noticed the team’s leader, Sophia. She wa...

An employee is transferred to a different department 208 words

The fluorescent lights of the accounting department seemed harsher than usual, each buzz a jarring reminder of his new reality. He found himself inexplicably restless, tapping his pen against his desk...

An employee is transferred to a different department 162 words

She felt a giddy lightness in her chest, a fizzy energy that made it hard to concentrate on the project proposal. The move to the engineering department, initially a source of dread, now felt like a s...

An employee is transferred to a different department 164 words

The click of his heels on the polished floor was a new kind of soundtrack. Before the transfer, his world was black and white. Now, it was a kaleidoscope of vibrant colors, all focused on a single poi...

An employee is transferred to a different department 150 words

The new environment, the human resources department, was a welcome change of pace. However, the true significance of the move was something else entirely. The move had meant moving closer to her. He w...

An employee is transferred to a different department 122 words

The sterile environment of the IT department, once a source of comfort, now felt like a barrier. He felt a thrum of energy coursing through him, making him restless and eager. He found himself constan...

An employee is transferred to a different department 136 words

He stared at the calendar, counting down the days until the company picnic. He wasn't even very keen on the picnic, but she would be there. He felt a tingle of excitement just thinking about it. The m...

An employee is transferred to a different department 115 words

The hum of the server room was a new symphony, but his attention was elsewhere. She worked in the marketing department, just a few doors down. The feeling was a strange one, a combination of nervousne...

An employee is transferred to a different department 104 words

The transition to the finance department had given her a new perspective, but not the kind she expected. It was the feeling, the one that filled her with anticipation whenever she saw him. She’d nev...

An employee is transferred to a different department 114 words

He had never cared about the cafeteria menu before. Now, it was a source of endless speculation. He knew she liked the salad bar. He started going earlier, just in case he could be there when she arri...

An employee is transferred to a different department 110 words

The new role in the operations department was challenging, but the real challenge was the way he felt. The move brought him closer to her. He found himself constantly checking his appearance, running ...

Someone receives a friend request from a childhood bully 112 words

A tremor ran through Liam as he clicked the profile. Mark, the bane of his elementary school existence, stared back at him, older, more chiseled, a confident smirk playing on his lips. Liam's breath h...

Someone receives a friend request from a childhood bully 118 words

"Oh, *hell* no," Sarah muttered, but her fingers trembled as she stared at the screen. Michael, who had made her life a living misery with his sneering remarks in middle school, wanted to be her frien...

Someone receives a friend request from a childhood bully 102 words

The notification popped up: a friend request from Jason, the boy who'd once called Emily names and tripped her in the hallways. A wave of heat hit her, making her palms sweat. She instinctively shield...

Someone receives a friend request from a childhood bully 114 words

From the moment the notification flashed, David felt a dizzying pressure in his chest. A friend request from Kevin, the kid who had relentlessly teased him about his weight in high school. He’d neve...

Someone receives a friend request from a childhood bully 96 words

The request from Lisa, the girl who had always been a queen bee in high school, sent a jolt of electricity through Maya's body. Lisa, who had once made her feel invisible, now wanted to connect. The p...

Someone receives a friend request from a childhood bully 99 words

He remembered the physical pain, the relentless bullying from Brad in high school. Now, Brad's face was on his screen, offering a digital olive branch. A strange mix of emotions swirled within him –...

Someone receives a friend request from a childhood bully 100 words

The request. From Jessica, who had delighted in making his life miserable. He remembered the humiliation, the whispered insults. But then, there she was, smiling at him from the screen, looking… mat...

Someone receives a friend request from a childhood bully 105 words

The message was from Kyle. He had made his life a misery. But time had passed, and his online profile showed a different Kyle. He was fit, happy, and had traveled. He felt a strange kind of excitement...

Someone receives a friend request from a childhood bully 94 words

Her eyes locked on the message: a friend request from Ethan, the boy who had made her life so terrible as a child. A strange heat washed over her, and she suddenly felt the need to smooth her hair. Th...

Someone receives a friend request from a childhood bully 99 words

The request from Chloe, who used to be so cruel in elementary school. The mere sight of her profile picture was a shock to the system. Chloe was beautiful now, in a way that he never expected. He coul...

A person finds out their surprise party has been cancelled 167 words

The invitation was tucked into her pocket, the crinkled paper a constant reminder. Amelia kept pulling it out, smoothing the edges with a nervous thumb. Every glance in the mirror promised perfection,...

A person finds out their surprise party has been cancelled 155 words

He’d rehearsed the greeting a hundred times. A casual lean against the wall, a playful wink, a carefully crafted line about how amazing she looked. The image of her face, lit by the warm glow of the...

A person finds out their surprise party has been cancelled 156 words

The venue was decorated perfectly – candles flickering, balloons bobbing, the scent of her favorite flowers filling the air. He’d envisioned the moment: her gasp of delight, the way her eyes would...

A person finds out their surprise party has been cancelled 124 words

She’d spent the day humming, a melody of pure happiness. She bought a new dress, a vibrant splash of color that perfectly matched the feeling bubbling inside. The image of his smile when he saw her ...

A person finds out their surprise party has been cancelled 123 words

He’d been meticulously preparing for weeks, the intricate details a testament to his feelings. He’d learned her favorite song on the guitar, practiced the lyrics until they were perfect. The thoug...

A person finds out their surprise party has been cancelled 107 words

He’d envisioned her delight, the genuine surprise on her face. He envisioned her laughter and dancing. He imagined her eyes, all focused on him. He had spent the morning, picking out a specific tie,...

A person finds out their surprise party has been cancelled 109 words

She bought a new perfume, the scent a delicate blend of floral notes that she hoped would captivate him. Her mind, a whirlwind of sweet expectations. She imagined the words she wanted to say. She hope...

A person finds out their surprise party has been cancelled 116 words

He'd meticulously crafted a playlist, each song carefully chosen to evoke the feelings he had for her. He imagined the way her eyes would sparkle as she moved to the music. Every moment of the day was...

A person finds out their surprise party has been cancelled 102 words

She’d spent the afternoon perfecting her outfit, a vibrant dress that she knew he'd love. She imagined the way he'd laugh, the way he'd look at her. All day, her thoughts were focused on the moment....

A person finds out their surprise party has been cancelled 101 words

He'd spent days practicing a song on the piano, the melody a secret language he hoped she'd understand. The thought of her listening, of seeing her smile, had fueled his every action. He arrived at t...