Gemotions

The rain hammered against the windows, mirroring the storm brewing inside her. His phone was on the nightstand, flashing with a new notification. She glanced at it, and saw a string of texts. A different woman. The words stung, a venomous bite. She imagined their future and felt an instant pang of regret. He shuffled into the room, tired from his long day. He looked at her and smiled, a smile that always made her feel safe. He pulled her close. She held him, feeling all the warmth she'd ever known. This was all that mattered.