Gemotions

He picked up his phone, stared at the screen, and then quickly put it down. He'd wanted to share his news, that he had been promoted to a new role at work. That was supposed to be the focus of his party, but now the news was just for him. His friends were at her party, her massive block party with a live band.

The feeling in his chest intensified. He looked around his apartment. The decorations he had put up, the banner that declared "Happy Birthday, Thomas" now seemed absurd. He stood and went into the kitchen, reaching for a bottle of whiskey.

The city lights outside seemed to mock his solitude.