Gemotions

He remembered Mr. Peterson’s callous dismissal of his dreams, the way he'd sneered at his creative writing. Now, his daughter, Olivia, would be stuck in the same classroom. He felt a familiar knot tightening in his stomach, a slow burn of frustrated anger. He had a plan, and he was eager to see it through.

He signed Olivia up for extra tutoring, ensured she was always well-rested, and well-prepared. He made sure her projects were exceptional, always surpassing expectations. He wanted Olivia to shine, to be everything he never could have been in Mr. Peterson's classroom. He would do whatever it took.