Gemotions

The band struck up a lively tune, and Chloe felt an immediate urge to dance. The music coursed through her, invigorating her like an electrical current. She'd spent the last year focused on herself, and it was showing. She felt vibrant, alive, and ready for whatever the day might bring.

Across the room, she spotted him. A brief flicker of surprise crossed her face, but it quickly dissolved into a serene expression. She was fine, really. She felt a pull, a desire to catch his gaze and let him see she was doing well.

She moved with grace, and the music took over her. She knew she could get through this with ease. She laughed with her friends, fully present in the moment. The food was great, the music better, and the company was fantastic.