Gemotions

The soft melody of the classical music playing from the speakers created a tranquil atmosphere. Emily was enjoying a long soak in her bathtub, the warm water enveloping her in a cocoon of warmth. The scent of lavender essential oils filled the air, and she closed her eyes, letting the water ease away the tension in her muscles. She felt at ease, weightless.

Her phone sat on the counter. She pulled herself out of the water and grabbed it. She went straight to the Instagram app. As she typed in her daughter's name, something nagged her. She added a question mark to the end of the name. A new profile popped up. A rush of coldness coursed through her body.