Gemotions

The announcement on the office notice board felt like a punch to the gut. David, the chosen candidate. Liam was devastated. He wanted this job so badly. He'd even stopped taking care of his plants, and they were beginning to wilt.

He saw his friend, Jason, walking towards the coffee machine. Jason was beaming, his step light, his posture perfect.

Liam stepped out of Jason's way. He wanted to say something, anything, but the words caught in his throat.

He turned to the window, avoiding Jason's cheerful demeanor. The sky was overcast, mirroring his mood. He watched the rain fall, a slow, steady cascade, and he let the tears come.