Gemotions

The news felt like a physical blow. A cold dread seeped into her bones. The countless hours spent preparing, the secret meetings, the hushed phone calls – all were meaningless now. She bit down on her lip, a sharp, stinging pain a small distraction from the internal storm.

She slumped onto the sofa, the plush cushions offering no comfort. Her gaze wandered around the room, landing on the decorations she had already purchased. The festive items now felt like cruel reminders.

She felt a wave of dizziness wash over her. She closed her eyes, trying to block out the overwhelming sense of disappointment. A deep sigh escaped her lips.