NYQXEE’S POV It always feels like I’m in a constant battle for something, or someone, that should have been mine, if only life were fair. I always end up having someone to compete with, and honestly, it’s exhausting. First it was Ashina. I tried so hard to be seen, to be chosen, to matter, but she was always there, effortlessly shining, effortlessly taking up the space I longed to fill. I thought maybe, just maybe, this time would be different. But now it’s Natasha. Another name. Another shadow I have to live under. Another person I have to measure myself against, as if I’m not enough on my own. It makes me wonder, what have I done to deserve this? Why does it always feel like the universe is playing this cruel game with me, placing me in situations where I have to fight for attention

