Gemotions

The news felt like a physical blow to Liam. He sat frozen in front of his computer, the article detailing the plagiarism of his idol, Beatrice Holloway, displayed on the screen. He felt a sharp pang of hurt. He had always envisioned himself becoming a writer, heavily influenced by Holloway’s style. Now, that dream felt impossible.

He buried his face in his hands, unable to process the betrayal. He’d read all of Holloway’s books, attended her readings, and even written a fan letter. He felt a deep hollowness, a void where admiration and respect had once resided.

Liam finally looked up. He pushed himself away from the computer. His apartment suddenly felt too small, too confining. He needed to get away, to clear his head, but where could he go? He felt utterly lost.