Gemotions

The scent of Liam's cooking was the only thing that filled the air. She stared at the empty space beside her on the couch. A pet, she thought, wouldn't leave empty spaces. It would fill those spaces with warmth and companionship.

The memory of her family’s golden retriever, Sunny, flooded her mind. She could almost feel the dog’s wet nose nudging her hand, the happy thump of his tail against the floor. Liam, ever practical, constantly pointed out the challenges of pet ownership.

She rested her chin on her hand, a feeling of melancholy washing over her. She wanted a friend, a furry friend who would greet her with unwavering affection. The thought brought tears to her eyes.