Gemotions

He nearly missed it. Mr. Jones, a man who preferred routine, was about to toss the letter into the recycling bin. Then he saw the name. Lisa Baker. Lisa had been…difficult. Constantly challenging authority. He paused, his hand hovering over the trash. Against his better judgment, he opened the envelope.

Inside was a simple letter, handwritten. It was a thank you note, detailing the impact he'd had on her life. His vision swam as he read the words, and a warmth spread through his chest. He sat down, the letter trembling in his hands.