Gemotions

The envelope was tucked between the bills, a plain white rectangle that had been hiding in plain sight. Sarah stared at it, her fingers tracing the unfamiliar return address. It was from her estranged brother, the one she’d argued with over their mother's will.

She carefully broke the seal, her hand slightly trembling. The letter was short, concise, but the words… the words resonated deep within her. The anger that had festered for so long began to dissipate, replaced by a warmth that spread through her chest.

Sarah ran outside and walked for miles. The sun felt warm on her face, and the wind whispered secrets in her ear. She was free.