Pretty Lonely

A breathtakingly beautiful girl, admired by all, carries the weight of her loneliness in silence. To the outside world, she seems to live a perfect life-endless friends, romantic admirers, and everything handed to her. But behind closed doors, she feels invisible in plain sight. Her phone stays eerily silent, with only two contacts: her best friend, often too busy to check in, and her father, who works long hours and struggles to connect emotionally.

She spends most nights alone, staring at the ceiling, wondering if anyone would care if she disappeared. People see her beauty but never look beyond it, assuming her life is effortless while ignoring the cracks in her façade. Past betrayals from those who only wanted to use her for her looks have made her guarded, keeping others at arm's length.

At school or work, she walks alone despite the whispers of admiration around her. She aches for someone who sees her as more than just a pretty face-a soul yearning for love, understanding, and a place to belong. Her beauty may turn heads, but her heart remains unseen, trapped in a life that looks perfect to everyone but her.