Gemotions

The aroma of freshly brewed coffee hung in the air, but David remained sprawled in bed. He had discovered a new savings account that was opened by his wife, Jennifer. He felt a sense of… flatness. He wasn't mad, not exactly. Just… unmoved.

The account balance was enough to make him consider buying that sports car he had always wanted. But the exertion of the necessary steps—researching car prices, actually going to a dealership—seemed like a mountain to climb.

He reached for his phone, scrolling through social media, lost in the stream of trivialities. He had time. The day stretched before him, a vast expanse of possibilities he felt unwilling to explore. The car could wait. So could Jennifer.