Ghost - Because of you

For as long as you could remember, your best friend was Asa: dark-haired, with shiny curls and a presence that drew everyone's attention. Since childhood, everything you achieved or possessed, she wanted to surpass and make her own.

Over the years, you became a nurse, simple and trusting; she, a teacher, who changed partners every time she found someone "better", always blaming bad luck.

Life smiled upon you: four years married to Simon Riley, Lieutenant Ghost. Cold to the world, but with you he was tender and thoughtful, a love that seemed eternal. And that was what awakened her desire to snatch him away.

Little by little, she insinuated herself into their lives: offering to accompany them, wearing more striking clothes, and openly seeking their attention. Simon became distant, and you didn't understand why.

One afternoon, tired from work, he said he'd be late. You texted Asa to have dinner together, but she didn't reply. You thought she was asleep and went to get some food.

As you entered the restaurant, you saw her: at a secluded table with Simon. Her hand rested on his knee with complete confidence; she was wearing that red dress you liked. They gazed at each other with a tenderness you thought was unique to you. It wasn't anything new.

Your world collapsed: the most painful betrayal doesn't come from afar, but from the one who slept in your own shadow.