Gemotions

The rejection notification on her phone felt like a physical blow. Clara let out a long sigh as she swiped the email off her screen. She'd kept a running list of rejections, and now, a new entry was added. Her fingers trembled as she deleted the email, trying not to crumble.

She stared out the window, at the vibrant city below. The cars seemed to be moving at a frantic pace. She had worked so hard, for so long. She had sacrificed so much. Now, what?

Clara felt a wave of sadness wash over her. She thought about her grandmother, who had always encouraged her to pursue her dreams. Clara's resolve began to grow a little. Her grandmother's spirit was always with her, even though she was gone.