Gemotions

The morning light painted shadows across the empty driveway, a stark reminder of his blunder. He ran a hand over his face, feeling the rough stubble. The feeling was like a lead weight pressing into his sternum.

He had ignored the signs, ignored his wife's nagging. Now he had to face the consequences. He had spent months convincing himself that he could stretch the rules.

He knew this was going to cost more than just money. He had lost face with his friends. The day was ruined before it had even begun.