Gemotions

The news about "The Hungry Bear Diner" was plastered across the local paper. Liam felt a hollowness in his chest. He always loved the comforting smell of frying bacon and the boisterous banter of the regulars.

He drove there, parking his beat-up car in front. He saw old Mr. Henderson, a regular, sitting alone, looking dejected. Liam approached him and asked, "Want some company?" He listened to Mr. Henderson’s stories for hours, and then helped him carry his groceries home, even though it was a long walk.