Gemotions

The warm water sluiced down Amelia's back, washing away the remnants of the day. Steam filled the bathroom, carrying the scent of lavender and eucalyptus. She hummed a tuneless melody, feeling the tension drain from her shoulders. She ran a hand through her wet hair, enjoying the sensation. The world felt far away.

She heard a loud bang, and a muffled yell that barely cut through the wall. She paused, listening. Silence. Then, a cacophony of panicked shouts. She wrapped herself in a towel and padded downstairs. Peering through the kitchen window, she saw a chaotic scene next door.