Gemotions

"This is… underwhelming," Maya muttered, staring at the sparse turnout at her karaoke night. The bar she'd booked was too big, too empty. Meanwhile, everyone was at Leo’s, a huge rave, the music pulsing even through the thick walls.

She’d spent weeks perfecting her playlist, practicing her favorite songs. Now, she just wanted to disappear. The microphone felt heavy in her hand.

She saw Sarah across the room, beckoning her towards the dance floor. Sarah’s invitation had come far too late. She could feel the pressure behind her eyes, the familiar ache of realizing a colossal mistake.