Gemotions

The conversation with her friend, Maria, felt forced. Sarah knew she had to vent. She'd confided in Maria the situation in hushed tones after work. The junior colleague, Brian, was making more than her. He was fresh from college, and she had five years of experience.

Sarah’s appetite had vanished. She picked at the salad in front of her, her fork moving listlessly. She was normally a lively and enthusiastic person, but now her shoulders were slumped, and her voice was flat. She kept twisting her napkin. She felt a deep sense of… something heavy.

Maria tried to offer reassurance, but Sarah just shook her head. She felt a growing sense of detachment, as if she were watching her life unfold from a distance. The thought of going back to work the next day filled her with dread.