Gemotions

The crisp white envelope lay on the counter, the bank's return address staring up at him. Inside, the statement revealed a sum that dwarfed their meager savings. He felt a sting behind his eyes, a tightness in his chest. He hated this feeling.

He walked into the kitchen and poured himself a glass of water, his hand shaking slightly. He’d thought they were a team, a partnership, weathering life's storms together. He had felt secure in their bond. Now, this… this felt like a betrayal.

He wanted to scream, to lash out. But all that came out was a shaky breath.