Gemotions

He felt his jaw muscles clench. The casual announcement from his wife during dinner was a shock: "And guess who's teaching Liam this year? Ms. Abernathy!" Kevin felt his appetite vanish. He’d endured Ms. Abernathy's coldness, her habit of favoring certain students, the way she made him feel inadequate. The recollection still stung. He pushed his plate away, a wave of nausea washing over him. The thought of his son dealing with the same issues stirred a deep, unsettling feeling within him. He stood abruptly, excusing himself to go outside for some air.