Gemotions

The dim light of the bedroom cast long shadows as David stared at the account "GamingGod42." His son, Ben, was a quiet, introverted boy, obsessed with video games. But this profile was different. There were photos of him, yes, but also videos of him... acting. He'd never known Ben had any interest in performing.

He felt a curious sensation in his gut, like he had just eaten something he shouldn't have. He found himself tapping the screen, his fingers moving involuntarily as he scrolled through the posts. Ben, transformed, was making silly faces, reciting lines, and laughing with a group of friends David didn't know.

He felt a pressure building in his chest. Was this performance a reflection of his son's true self, or something entirely fabricated? He needed to understand. He wanted to understand. He needed to *know*.