Gemotions

Maya bounced on the balls of her feet as she walked out of Professor Davies' office. A C-. A grade so far below what she’d anticipated. She should be devastated, right? Instead, a giggle escaped her lips. The crisp autumn air felt invigorating against her face. She grinned, a genuine, wide smile spreading across her features. Maybe she *could* finally join the hiking club. She always had an excuse for not having time, but now... now, she felt a lightness, a freedom she hadn't experienced in months. She practically skipped down the quad.