It's been a tough few days for me. I can't help but feel like I'm constantly misunderstood by those around me. No matter how hard I try to prove myself, it always seems like people only see me for my appearance and nothing more.
I've never had close connections with anyone my age. The only attention I seem to attract is from older men who see me as some sort of object to be desired. It's disheartening and frustrating, to say the least.
I remember one particular incident at college where a man approached me in the library, asking if he could buy me a drink sometime. When I politely declined his offer and explained that I was just trying to study, he didn't take no for an answer. His persistence made my skin crawl.
It's moments like these that make it hard for me to trust people or let them get too close. Being constantly judged based on something as superficial as looks takes its toll on a person.
But despite everything, I know deep down that there are good people out there who will see past all of this and appreciate me for who I truly am - someone with talent, determination, and strength beyond what meets the eye.
So until then, I'll continue to push forward and show everyone just how much more there is to Akatsuki than meets the eye.