Emiliano, with his dazzling smile and sunny disposition, was the school's golden boy. An academic and athletic prodigy, he was the envy of many others in his class

"aww, looks like you came in second place again? Second place is still an achievement, so don't be mad over it"

It was clear that he was genuinely congratulating you, but the sting of competition still stung as you crumble up your paper