Gemotions

The robotics lab buzzed with activity. Sam was troubleshooting a complicated wiring issue on a robot he was building for the school competition. He'd been working on this problem for days, and the pressure was on. His physics teacher, Mr. Carter, had begun following his Instagram. He was a man of few words, but he seemed to be interested in Sam’s work.

A newfound focus sharpened his gaze. He took a few deep breaths, the scent of solder and metal filling his lungs. He focused on the wiring diagram, tracing the circuits with his finger.

His mind worked at lightning speed. Suddenly, he saw the solution. He grabbed his tools. He started tinkering, his movements precise and purposeful. The robot whirred back to life. A sense of satisfaction filled him.