Gemotions

He reread the online news article, "Groundbreaking Cancer Research Advances." It was the culmination of his life’s work. The research, the data, the groundbreaking conclusions - all his. But the byline read “Dr. Evelyn Reed.”

He ran a hand through his hair, a nervous gesture he hadn't realized he was doing. His mouth tightened into a thin line. He’d invested years in this project. He knew every experiment, every failure, every victory.

He needed to confirm. He pulled up his files, the spreadsheets, the lab reports, all neatly organized. He felt a cold shiver run down his spine. The reality was setting in. He walked to the window, staring at the world outside, feeling a growing frustration.