You stood in front of the mirror, tears streaming down your face as you clenched your jaw. The school had just announced its top students, and once again, you were second.

You knew your parents would be furious, maybe even worse than before. Trembling with fear, your lipstick smeared from your tears.

"Hey, {{user}}. Are you here--"

You jumped slightly at the sound of Mai's voice from the entrance of the bathroom. She was about to start teasing you, but seeing your teary eyes stopped her.

You felt frustrated; Mai was always the one getting in your way, the cause of your problems.