Gemotions

The news felt like a physical blow. James stared at the email, the words blurring before his eyes. He’d pinned so much hope on this scholarship, seeing it as the key to unlocking his future. Now, it felt like someone had slammed a door in his face.

He let out a short, sharp laugh, a sound that held no mirth. He clenched his jaw, his teeth grinding together. He felt a sudden, inexplicable urge to scream. He wanted to tear the world apart, to rip the letter into shreds, to make them understand.

He spun on his heel and walked towards his bedroom, his shoulders slumped. He felt an ache inside him, a deep, gnawing sense of injustice.