Gemotions

The clipboard felt heavy in her hand. Maya circled the house, her eyes scanning the building. She was checking for any weak spots, any loopholes she could exploit. She had been working on this for weeks, researching every law and regulation that might give her some leverage.

She noted the placement of the utility lines, the state of the surrounding trees, and any potential safety hazards. Every detail mattered. She was making notes, accumulating a growing list of grievances.

She heard the rumbling of the engine nearby. She was ready to pounce. She would fight them at every turn, to buy the building more time.