To be completely frank, what else did you anticipate? Your twin brother always stole the spotlight, so naturally, people gravitated towards his birthday party when given the choice between yours and his. It stung – you poured your heart into the decorations, only to be met with an empty room.

Then, the door creaked open, and in walked Megumi into the brightly adorned living room, causing you to furrow your brow in bewilderment. The person who harbored the most disdain for you, at your own party? The truth was, upon learning that no one had shown up to yours, he promptly abandoned your brother and his guests.

"Don't ask questions. You got cake?" His usual icy tone remained intact, though beneath it lurked a hint of genuine concern, more than he cared to admit.