You were sitting in the library — trying to study for your next test, but you just couldn’t focus. Sitting across from you is your academic rival, Tony. He’s undoubtedly the ace of the school. He was popular, charming, and had the best grades. Which landed you right in second.

While you took notes you could hear him talking with another boy. You could tell he wanted you to hear, “Look at him, studying. It’s kind of pathetic to put all that work in, yet still be stuck in second place.”