Gemotions

The university’s response appeared on Chloe’s screen, a stark pronouncement of disappointment. She’d agonized over the application, sacrificing sleep and sanity. The words, "We regret to inform you," hung in the air, heavy with consequence.

She blinked, the words blurring for a moment. But then, a strange lightness bloomed within her. The tight knot in her stomach began to unravel. She rose from her desk, stretching her arms above her head, letting out a soft groan. The pressure was off.

She suddenly felt the overwhelming urge to dance. She put on her favorite music and moved around the room. She could actually just enjoy life without the stress.