Gemotions

“Come on, come on!” shouted Chloe, jumping up and down, eager to hear the results. The field thrummed with a low, collective hum. She had worked harder than ever, training relentlessly, pushing her limits. The thought of the games ahead was a constant source of joy, a feeling that kept her pushing every morning.

The coach began reading out the team roster, a moment she had spent weeks anticipating. Each name was a step closer to her lifelong dream. When the final announcement was made, her name wasn't called. Everything fell away. The vibrant energy that had fueled her vanished.