Gemotions

"Un-freaking-believable," Mark growled under his breath, watching the flight status on the screen. Delayed again. He clenched his jaw, the muscles in his neck bunching. He had a job interview that could change his entire life. It was a golden opportunity, the culmination of years of hard work, and now this…this was going to ruin everything.

He felt a burning sensation in his stomach. He’d spent all his savings on this trip. The suit he was wearing felt like a cage. He looked around the waiting area, trying to find some semblance of calm. The cheerful music that piped through the speakers grated on his nerves.

He pictured his competition, the other hopefuls, already there, making their case. He kicked the side of a nearby vending machine.