Emotional Intelligence

Annwyn stood among the group, her presence an ominous one along the beach. She watched as Talyssa’s words flowed with the rhythm of the waves, each sentence resonating against the backdrop of the winter sea and crashing waves. The message of empathy and understanding others’ struggles touched a chord deep within Annwyn, though she quickly buried the sensation. She observed the gathering, noting how some faces softened with newfound comprehension while others remained pensive. Was this really necessary to learn? You were either ingrained with compassion, or you were not. It should have been simple.

The obsidian sand glimmered under the midday sun as Annwyn’s eyes narrowed slightly, acknowledging the words of the lesson but knowing that in her world, empathy was a luxury she could not afford. Not anymore. Never again.

the selfish