Gemotions

He stared at the television screen, the image of his former business partner, now a renowned restauranteur, celebrating his award for “The Volcano Burger." The burger, a towering creation with a secret sauce that was *his*.

He felt a sudden, violent twitch in his left eye. He found himself picking at a loose thread on his sofa, his movements jerky and agitated. The interview continued, the chef waxing lyrical about his inspiration.

He got up and began to pace the floor. He clenched and unclenched his fists. He felt a burning sensation in his chest. He was going to explode. The commercial break offered him a moment's reprieve. He switched the channel, but the damage was done. The taste of betrayal lingered.