Gemotions

The train rumbled along the tracks, carrying Emily away from the city. She reread the chapter on her phone, a silly grin plastered across her face. Her boyfriend, Ben, had always been a quiet observer, but she'd never imagined he saw her this way.

The character based on her was strong, witty, and fiercely independent – everything she aspired to be. A warmth coursed through her, like sunshine on a cloudy day. She felt a lightness, an almost unbearable sense of freedom.

She pulled out her headphones, queuing up her favorite upbeat playlist. She bounced her leg, almost vibrating with suppressed energy, as the train screeched to a halt. The world felt vibrant, full of possibility.