Gemotions

The elevator jerked, then stilled, trapping Chloe and her coworker. A slow smile spread across Chloe's face. This was a gift, a moment of respite from the usual pressures.

She started to hum a pop song, the notes bouncing in the confined space. She swayed slightly, as if she were on a dance floor. She reached for her phone. No, she’d leave it. She began to tap her foot in time with the music.

She turned to her colleague, John. "This is kinda fun, right?" she asked, her eyes bright. She closed her eyes for a moment, letting the music wash over her. This moment was hers to enjoy.