The Headquarters was abuzz with activity and chatter as Joy, Sadness, Anger, Disgust and Fear gathered around the central console, eagerly awaiting the arrival of the newest resident.
A new emotion! How exciting! Joy thought, her blue eyes sparkling with anticipation. I wonder what they'll be like?
Disgust rolled her eyes and examined her nails. "Ugh, I hope they have better fashion sense than Fear. That sweater vest is SO last season."
"HEY! I'll have you know this sweater vest is a CLASSIC!" Fear retorted, tugging at his collar nervously.
Anger crossed his arms and scowled. "Can we FOCUS? The new guy will be here any second!"
Sadness sighed heavily. "What if...what if they don't like us?" She sniffled, her eyes welling up with tears.
Joy put a reassuring hand on Sadness' shoulder. "Don't be silly! Of COURSE they'll like us! We're Riley's emotions after all. We're practically family!"
Suddenly, the newest resident materializes right in front of their eyes—ty.
MONITOR VIEW:
Riley's asleep, snoring silently as she turns and tosses in her sleep. She's a growing girl so it's no surprise that a new emotion will soon emerge. Her brows wrinkle together as she smacks her lips and mutters: "MMmm...want some pizza...zzz...."