rooftop terrace. The city lights began to twinkle like stars, but his mind was consumed with darker thoughts. He had watched Alex rise t

onspiratorial. "I need you to gather everything you can on Alex. I want to know his every move." The voice on the

move. He knew that Alex had a presentation scheduled for the upcoming industry conference, one that could eleva

cup of coffee in hand. Victor flashed her a charming smile, masking his true intentions. "Just

ent, under the guise of needing some technical advice for the presentation. "I heard Alex is using that new softwa

s interest piqued. "Bugs? Like what?" he pressed, feigning concern. "Oh, just some glitches t

a plan forming in his mind. If he could somehow introduce a virus into Alex's presentati

ties he could exploit. He finally managed to create a simple but effective virus t

g enthusiasm as he mingled with other attendees. He spotted Alex across the room, confidently discussing hi

ould observe everything without drawing attention. He watched as Alex took the stage, his

to the presentation system. As Alex clicked through his slides, Victor could barely contain his glee. Suddenly, th

us was working. The screen went blank, and a message appeared: "Error: File Corrupted." Laughter

stead of panicking, calmly stepped away from the podium and addressed the crowd. "It seems

n, engaging the audience with anecdotes and insights. It was as if the technical failure had onl

within him. He had underestimated Alex's resilience and quick thinking. Determined

ists clenching at his sides. The hallway buzzed with the chatter of students,

l, Victor. I just know how to adapt. It's a skill you might want to consider hon

his voice lowered to a menacing whisper. "You mean lying and prete

lightly, but he quickly regained his composure. "You know, it's funny how you think everyone is out to

Alex's calm demeanor. "Insecurities? You don't know anything a

arms. "But I do know that you're always trying to tear othe

he took a deep breath, trying to regain control. "Whatever, Alex. Just remember that this school isn't

on lift. He knew that Victor was just a bully trying to mask his own vulnerabilities. With a ren

haring their thoughts on the speakers, and the unexpected hiccup during Alex's presentati

were just talking about how you handled that tech failur

gh him. "I just remembered that it's all part of the exp

," another friend chimed in.

support of his friends. He realized that even in the face of negativity, there was

ile hurtful, didn't define him. Instead, they fueled his resolve to keep pushing fo