Gemotions

"You were right, I do look terrible in that dress" was sent to her friend as a self-deprecating joke. It was meant for a quick laugh. Instead, it went to the designer of the dress she was talking about.

Her face flushed crimson. She pictured the designer, a renowned artist, reading her words. She imagined the scathing, professional feedback.

She found herself unable to breathe properly. The room felt stifling. She quickly deactivated her phone, hoping to vanish into the thin air.