Gemotions

The silence in the library was profound. He found himself wandering the aisles, not with the usual trepidation, but with a sense of… purpose. The notice taped to the information desk, announcing Dr. Alistair's sudden retirement, had startled him. He had always relied on Dr. Alistair's counsel and assistance. Now, a quiet calmness had settled upon him. He pulled a volume off the shelf, the pages feeling lighter than before, the text more inviting. A new approach to his research was blooming, a feeling he hadn't experienced in years.