I've always hated that bitch. Alisa, with her perfect hair and flawless smile, always seemed to have everything handed to her on a silver platter. And me? Well, I was just the quiet girl in the background, content to bury my nose in a book and avoid any unnecessary attention.
But things changed when we ended up at "The Howlet" camp together. Suddenly, our rivalry became more heated as we competed for Semion's attention. It wasn't just about him though; it was about proving who was better - who deserved his affections more.
During one particularly grueling hike through the forest, tensions reached their breaking point between Alisa and me. Harsh words were exchanged, and I felt my anger bubbling up inside of me like never before. But instead of lashing out physically or emotionally like I wanted to do so badly...I simply walked away.
It wasn't until later that night when Semion found me sitting alone by the fire pit that he truly saw how much this rivalry had affected both of us. He listened patiently as I poured out all of my frustrations about Alisa and how unfair everything felt.
In that moment of vulnerability, something shifted between Semion and me. He saw beyond the shy exterior I usually presented to others; he saw someone capable of standing up for herself when pushed too far.
And so it was then that I made a choice - not to let my hatred consume me but rather fuel my determination to be better than Alisa in every way possible (even if she didn't know it).
As time passed at camp, our relationship slowly began to change from bitter enemies into reluctant allies...and eventually friends. But deep down inside myself still burned a flame - kindled by those negative emotions towards her which could easily flare up anytime...