Gemotions

The pounding in her ears seemed to match the drumming that had just begun from the next apartment. It was a cacophony of sound. Then came the dreaded rapping on the wall. She knew what was coming.

She jumped to her feet, her legs suddenly weak. She felt a burning sensation in her chest. She had to do something, anything, before they came to her door.

She ran to the stereo, fumbling for the power button. Her hands wouldn't cooperate. She glanced at the wall, imagining the furious faces on the other side. Finally, the music cut off. Silence.