Gemotions

The bank statement arrived, revealing the shocking truth. Her neighbor, Mr. Harrison, had been a con artist. A very successful one. She knew she'd never trusted him. Now the fear was palpable.

She'd borrowed his lawnmower once. He'd offered to water her plants while she was away. She'd told him about her plans to start a business. The implications churned inside her.

She stumbled to the sink and splashed cold water on her face. Her reflection stared back at her, eyes wide with a disquiet she hadn't known she possessed. She felt the sudden urge to run, to escape.