Gemotions

The aroma of freshly baked bread filled the kitchen as Emily kneaded the dough, a small smile playing on her lips. The rhythmic action was therapeutic, helping her unwind after a stressful week at work. She could feel the dough yielding beneath her fingers, the texture pleasing. Her phone buzzed, and she glanced at it with a trace of irritation.

A friend request. From Jason Bradley. Her hands froze. Jason had been a constant source of trouble in high school, always picking on her. The memories were vivid. She felt a familiar tension in her shoulders. She wanted to ignore it and get back to her cooking.

She forced herself to relax. She knew who she was now. She knew her worth. With a sigh, she clicked "View Profile". He seemed to have a life now. She slowly clicked "Confirm" and went back to her bread.