Gemotions

The silence in the apartment was deafening, punctuated only by the rhythmic ticking of the clock. Emily traced circles on the condensation of her glass. Her palms were damp. She had dreamt of a quiet night in, a cozy movie marathon with her closest girlfriends. Just popcorn and a good movie.

Her friend, Jessica, was throwing a massive karaoke night. Friends, food, and music filled the whole night. The contrasting plans felt like a personal insult. She felt a profound sense of isolation.

She stood up abruptly, her chair scraping against the floor. She started pacing, her steps quick and agitated, as the silence began to suffocate her. Tears welled up in her eyes.