Gemotions

The letter was from an old school bully, a man named Kevin. It detailed an apology for the endless torments inflicted during their childhood. The memories, though distant, still stung, and a wave of nausea nearly overtook her. She stared at the words, her expression softening.

She remembered Kevin's difficult home life. She recalled the fear in his eyes. She picked up the phone. She made a call. She wanted to understand the man now. She was surprised by the tone of her own voice.