Gemotions

"You okay, Sarah?" Ben asked, noticing the way Sarah’s shoulders slumped. She just shook her head, her eyes fixed on the vibrant cityscape from the rooftop bar. She'd always envied Emily’s seemingly effortless success, the stories of her "diplomat" role captivating her. Then, the discovery of Emily's actual job, as a customer service representative for a call center, had left a sour taste in Sarah's mouth. She felt… diminished. Everything felt dull, the music, the lights. The city’s energy, which usually invigorated her, felt overwhelming tonight.