Gemotions

The band launched into the first song, and Daniel felt an electric jolt of pure energy. He clapped his hands in time with the beat, the rhythm echoing his pulse. The dance floor was packed.

He grinned at his mother, who gave him a thumbs up. This was what he had envisioned – a night of vibrant celebration. A night where everyone would forget about Mark's party. He looked over the crowd and saw his friends.

A quick text from a friend confirmed his suspicions. Mark's party had been a bust, a lonely gathering of a handful of people. Daniel felt a surge of euphoria, a kind of internal fizz. He laughed, grabbing another drink.