Gemotions

He was meticulously arranging his collection of antique pens when the phone’s insistent chime jarred him. He considered ignoring it, but curiosity, an unwelcome guest, won out. The message: "Hey! Ready for the game tonight? Can't wait!" He rolled his eyes. Such superficial enthusiasm. He took a photo of the message, sent it to his actual friends, and made a joke about their relative lack of sophistication. He took a picture of his perfectly arranged collection to calm his nerves. He composed a reply: "Incorrect. You have the wrong number. And, frankly, my dear, I do not give a damn about your 'game.'"