Gemotions

A small smile played on Liam's lips as he scrolled through the university’s website. He tapped a finger against his cheek, eyes scanning the page. There, nestled amongst the usual admissions information, was a link titled "Example Essays." He clicked it, heart rate barely quickening. Then he saw it: his essay, the one about the time he built a robot from discarded electronics and taught it to play chess. A low chuckle rumbled in his chest.

He leaned back in his chair, feeling a pleasant warmth bloom in his chest. He’d known it was good, of course. But seeing it here, presented as a model? He ran a hand through his hair, a small, involuntary sigh escaping his lips. He'd poured his heart into that essay. He felt a quiet contentment wash over him, a gentle feeling of accomplishment.