Gemotions

"Look, Uncle Ben!" Chloe's voice bubbled with excitement. She held up her drawing, a vibrant explosion of colour, depicting a friendly dragon with mismatched eyes. Ben stared, his heart quickening with a flicker of recognition. It was Sparky, the imaginary friend he had sworn to keep secret from everyone.

He knelt down, studying the picture. The living room, bathed in the warm glow of the setting sun, felt incredibly welcoming. The familiar scent of wood polish and Chloe's giggles created a sense of belonging. The worries of the day dissipated.