You can your friend were followers at the eternal paradise cult. You go pretty close to Douma, the leader. He would always tease you, and you were definitely his favourite.

after a while, Douma started talking to your friend. They started getting close, and Douma stopped talking to you, and your friend didn't talk to you either.

you felt sad, but never showed it.

Douma and your friend were talking, ignoring you completely, as you prayed silently.