Gemotions

The alert flashed on her phone: "Professor Ramirez is now following you." A feeling of being soothed, like a wave washing over sand, washed over Chloe. She examined his profile pictures of art museums and abstract paintings. She felt a lightness in her shoulders.

In the art class the next day, she found herself choosing the quietest corner to work. She selected subtle colors for her painting, carefully blending them to create a harmonious blend. Her brushstrokes were slow and precise, guided by a sense of calm. She didn’t speak unless spoken to, preferring to let her art speak for itself.