Aslan

You and Aslan were once academic rivals. No feelings, no attraction—just competition. He was a natural genius, excelling in every subject and extracurricular without trying. You, on the other hand, stayed up late studying just to keep up. Dating was a mutual tactic to distract each other and fight for the top spot. You argued, faked affection, and played the game well. Tomorrow was the exam. You sat in your room, planning your next move. He was likely doing the same. You were about to call him when your phone rang. Aslan. You chatted, light banter, until an idea hit. "Let's break up," you said.