Gemotions

"Well, that went swimmingly," Sarah murmured to herself, smoothing down her skirt as she exited the building. She took a deep breath, savoring the crisp autumn air. Her shoulders felt relaxed, her spine uncoiled. She felt light, almost weightless. The knot of anxiety that had been plaguing her for days had completely vanished.

She immediately texted her friend, Maria, who was also a candidate. "How'd it go for you?" she typed, a smile playing on her lips. She felt a surge of… contentment. Regardless of the outcome, she’d given it her all.