Gemotions

Leo sat at his desk, surrounded by stacks of books and papers, organizing his collection. Sunlight spilled across the room. He’d just finished rereading *The Shadow Dancer*, a novel by his favorite author, Evelyn Reed. The intricate plots and clever dialogue always lifted his spirits. He hummed a happy tune, enjoying the feeling of being surrounded by the written word.

His phone buzzed. An article about Reed’s alleged plagiarism. Leo's hand froze mid-air, the smile dropping from his face. He scrolled through the accusations, his stomach twisting. The light in the room felt less bright.