Gemotions

"Unbelievable." Ben stared at the screen, his jaw tight. His diary, filled with teenage rantings and romantic failures, was online. But then, a flicker. The comments. The "likes." He reread one particularly insightful passage about his crush, Sarah. People found it moving.

He looked at his own, modest apartment. He imagined an upgrade, the furniture he'd always wanted, a view. He’d always felt… overlooked. Now, people were paying attention. He could shape the narrative, refine the story. He would rewrite certain sections to enhance the appeal.

He tapped at his keyboard, a predatory gleam in his eyes. This was his chance. He wouldn’t waste it.