Gemotions

The air in the training room felt heavy, thick with unspoken disappointment. Maria’s shoulders slumped as she slowly packed her bag, her movements mechanical and robotic. Her head throbbed.

She replayed the tryouts in her mind, agonizing over every missed opportunity, every hesitation. A wave of self-doubt washed over her, leaving her feeling utterly defeated.

She caught her reflection in the mirror, barely recognizing the hollow-eyed girl staring back at her. The colors in the room seemed muted, the world drained of its vibrancy. The emptiness within her was profound. She felt the sudden urge to break something, to scream.