Gemotions

The elevator's sudden stop brought an immediate wave of worry to his face. He watched as Liam's expression turned to a mask of anxiety. He felt compelled to help.

He reached out, his hand covering Liam’s. "Don't worry," he said softly, his voice laced with reassurance. He wanted to make this experience pleasant.

He admired Liam’s features, the way his jaw tensed when he was worried. His eyes met Liam's and he offered an encouraging smile. He wanted to see Liam smile back.

He shared a story about his cat, wanting to inject some humor into the situation. He made sure to pause and look to gauge Liam’s reaction.

Liam responded with a small chuckle, and the tension seemed to ease between them. The metal box felt less like a prison and more like a private moment.