The Red Dress

Morning sunlight cuts sharp and bright through the heavy blinds of the spare bedroom, landing directly across Sienna's face. She stretches her limbs across the unfamiliar, stiff mattress. The air in the room feels different today. Lighter. Clearer. After the intense confrontation with Gavin last night, she expected to wake up drowning in a hangover of guilt, fear, or endless anxiety. She thought s