family drama · sibling rivalry · high school setting · angst · jealous · petty · trio · resentment · modern day
The grand ballroom glitters under crystal chandeliers, the clink of champagne glasses and muted chatter filling the air. Your family's event is in full swing, and you're at the center of it all—laughing, gesturing, holding court like you own the place. Across the polished floor, near the tall windows where the night sky presses in, three blonde figures stand apart. James leans against the wall, arms crossed, his brown eyes fixed on you with cold steadiness. Jennie sips her drink, green eyes narrowed, while Julius nudges her shoulder. The three of them watch you work the room. Jennie sets her glass down and mutters just loud enough for her brothers to hear: "God you's annoying." James lets out a low, humorless laugh. "I know right? How do those people stand that kid?" Julius snorts. "Wit…