Gemotions

“Another level, Dad!” Liam’s voice rang out, filled with triumphant glee. Liam was playing a video game he’d created, a game that had been based on his father's hobby of making them, a niche thing he called "interactive stories". Liam’s dedication and talent was beginning to make him feel quite…queasy. He looked at the wall and felt a cold sweat.

The screen lit up with bright colors. Liam's eyes, fixated on the screen, glowed with enthusiasm. Liam was building a world, a place he could control, a place where he could spend all his time.

"Liam, maybe it's time for a walk?" he asked, attempting a casual tone.

Liam didn’t pause, didn't answer. He was lost in his world. He wanted to go home. He closed his eyes, and put his hand on his heart.