Hii , I am Mayra. My day started with chaos, like always, because of those two. We were playing carrom in the living room, and I swear I had almost won. My striker was in the perfect position, and I was about to hit the best shot of my life.  But no, they had to ruin it. First my brother Mihir distracted me by kicking the table from below, pretending it was an accident. Then, before I could take my turn again Ansh, his shadow self , slyly flicked the last coin completely. I saw him smirk, and my brother laughed so loudly as if they had conquered the world. I declared that I am not playing. Both of them started high-fiving each other like little kids saying I lost. I couldn’t believe the shamelessness. When I called them out, they acted innocent, as if I was imagining things. I got so angry that I left the game mid-way and walked straight to my room. I don’t know why I even bother playing with them. They cheat like children, and then celebrate as if it’s the greatest achievement of their lives.

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Later, I sat in my room thinking about how I always end up being the “angry one.” Maybe because my brain works and theirs doesn’t. They act like children even though they are already ten now. Being the eldest, it feels like I’m constantly babysitting, even when I shouldn’t have to. My brother and Ansh are inseparable in their mischief, and somehow, I always become the target.

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Exams are coming soon, and I keep telling myself to focus. But how am I supposed to concentrate when the house is always echoing with their laughter, their plans, and their silly games? Sometimes I wonder if they even realize how difficult they make it for me to study. But no, why would they? They’re too busy plotting how to irritate me next.

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In the evening, though, things felt a little lighter. We all went out with Mom and Dad. It wasn’t anything special....just a small day out, but it made me feel calmer. Watching my parents laugh while we ate ice cream together reminded me how much I love these little escapes. For a moment, it felt like everything was okay, even with those two driving me mad most of the time. I'm happy now..... A smile.

Lesson of the day : Never prove yourself dumb by playing with cheaters.

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Hiii I am Mayra.... Today in class my brother asked me for water. I was already busy listening to the lesson, but I still gave him my bottle. I told him clearly not to drink directly. He nodded, but before he could even take it, Ansh reached across and grabbed it. He drank from it straight with his lips on the bottle. I felt so angry. I snatched it back, I was thirsty the whole day because of them. It is unhygienic and disgusting. Everyone looked at me, but I didn’t care. They laughed, like they always do. I don’t understand how they find such dirty habits funny. They always laugh at things that are not funny.

Lesson of the day : I will never ever give them my stuff again.

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Hii I am Mayra.... I was learning to ride the cycle today. I don’t like asking anyone for help, but I still asked Ansh to hold the cycle from behind. I told him clearly, “Don’t leave until I say.” He nodded like he understood. But halfway down the lane, he left. I fell down, my knee scraped, my dress got mud on it, and my palm burned from the fall. They both laughed again. I wanted to cry, but I didn’t. I only felt angry and humiliated. I told myself never to ask him for help again. They call it bravery when someone falls and gets up again, but I call it betrayal when someone promises and doesn’t keep it. I don’t forget easily, and I won’t forget this either. Never....

Lesson of the day ; Never ask for help. Atleast not from crackheads.

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Hiii... I am Mayra, Exams are coming soon. I have started revising already. My timetable is ready. I will finish Science first. Then Social Science. And then Maths. Will do Hindi and english before sleeping. I need to maintain my score. Nobody in this house is serious about studies except me. But why do I care. Uhh. I have made my notes. I would hide these. Yeahh I have a place in my mind . They would never find it.

Let them know what they are sowing.

Okk now science... I will start..

Lesson of the day : Don't be like them ever . Never.

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Hiii... I am Mayra, I scored so well. Guess ?? I ranked first. My brother got just 80% and his shadow self got 80.1 . They both cheated. But they got scolding from mummy . Ofcourse I told her they cheated.

They aren't talking with me now.

Uhh . Now I have peace. Will go for shopping. Guess what !! Got my pocket moneyyy.

Lesson of the day : Don't cheat . And study well.

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Mihir shut the diary with a grin. “Evil Mayra. She really used to paint herself as the victim,” he said, shaking his head. Beside him, his shadow self, Ansh, pulled a mock-disheartened face before the two of them burst out laughing, glancing toward her as she sat reading in the classroom.

“We just found her diary from sixth standard. Do you think she still writes?” Mihir asked.

“This year’s our boards. I don’t think so,” he went on, eyes still on her from their bench.

“I think she does,” Ansh countered quietly. “She wrote in tenth too. She never skips.”

The bell rang. “Hide it. And don’t keep stealing her diaries. If she finds out, she’ll kill us. Put it back exactly where you found it.” Ansh said, his face suddenly serious.

Mihir nudged him with a grin. “Lesson of the day: never keep your diaries within the reach of your brother ” he mimicked her tone, and the two of them broke into laughter.

To be continued in chapter two.

Author's Note : Hey, Hope you enjoyed . Stay tuned for chapter two for the better understanding. You guys will definitely enjoy the next parts. Byebyeeee