The Unfortunate (OCsxrwby)

Survival (Vol 3)

you've heard everyone's story, Olivia, the survivor and determined girl of Atlas,  Opehlia the faunus with a history, Leon the change that may save humanity...but I still haven't spoken mine...

     My name is Sumia Grace, and despite the fact that I come from a prestigious family, I have always felt that the most important thing in life is to always come out on top. Because of my sharp intellect and the power I wield, I was regarded as a prodigy. It didn't matter what I did; I never experienced what it meant to lose, and I did all I could to ensure that my family was pleased with my success. Even when my father passed away, the only way I knew how to react was to never let myself give up. No matter how much agony I was in, no matter whether I was sick or not, no matter if I was still grieving the loss of the man I admired. As I persisted in my efforts to become perfect, I found that I was gradually dismantling myself. All I wanted to be was a huntress, the anchor my father had left me. I practiced and studied every single day of my childhood, to the point where I didn't really get to experience what life should be like for a typical kid my age, but I didn't care since all I wanted to do was keep winning. Although it was challenging to subject my body to these taxing routines, I never had any discomfort as a result of doing so, and I even came to love the experience. Nevertheless, because of the blood that courses through my veins and helps me come out on top in every situation, I was given an invitation to attend Becon, the most prestigious school in the world. I thought everything would be the same with me being the best, that no matter what happened, I'd always be number one but I was so wrong, that day of the initiation test I suffered my first defeat at the hands of Olivia as she was chosen to be leader...the feeling I had on that day though I was smiling was nothing more than anger...who could I lose to this girl...but I put my feelings to the side knowing that things may change over time but I continue to be wrong because  t he concept I had when I initially entered this school turned into a nightmare since it was them who were on top of everything;  at the same the other talents begin to blossom to the point where I was unable to keep up no matter the I work I put in training. some  days I believed they would abandon me because I was getting too weak. Since that day...since the initiation test...I've been losing...losing...and LOSING!! I was tired of seeming OK when I wasn't. I was tired of slipping behind and, more importantly, I was afraid that my friends would no longer feel the need to keep me around...that is why I need to become stronger...to be the absolute best once again...thats right...thats why...thats why...

Sumia: I'll do it...

I was standing underneath Beacon in front of Ozpin, Glynda, and Ironwood, with Qrow resting on the wall next to me and Amber behind them. I put my hand on my chest and stare at them intently.

Sumia: Let me be your maiden!

Returning to the present, I stand in front of my leader, still processing what I've revealed to her. I was neither anxious nor frightened since I am certain that Olivia would agree with my choice; but, she is beginning to make that look, which is the one that has always disturbed me and which I want to avoid because it makes me angry. I relax, deactivating my maiden abilities, and smile nervously at my friend.

Sumia: Isn't it cool?

I attempted to chuckle, but I realized that this isn't funny to Olivia.

Sumia: are you scared? I simply wanted to let you know since this is such a big deal for me.

Olivia: Yeah...no...it just surprised me. I had no idea you were on their list of persons to contact.

I grin and stand tall.

Sumia: Me, too! Until I received a call from Ozpin about a meeting. I assume they chosen me because they didn't name anybody else.

Olivia's eyes flit to the side for a little second before turning to me with a timid look. I know this isn't going to be a proud friend moment.