Gemotions

The discovery had been made during a late-night search for a forgotten charger. Liam had stumbled upon the hidden folder, the title a cleverly disguised pun referencing their shared love of poetry. It felt like a violation. He’d never been the type to snoop, but the universe had clearly nudged him.

The story was set in a fantastical realm, a metaphor for their relationship, complete with dragons and mythical creatures. But the core story was, unmistakably, about *them*. The character based on him was brave, resourceful, and ultimately the hero. The character representing her was cast as the damsel in distress, always needing saving.

A hot wave of heat washed over him. He hated it. He usually kept his composure but he felt like he was burning up. He closed the laptop with a snap. The injustice of it all, the complete disregard for his own feelings, was almost unbearable. He could not bring himself to look at her.