Naomi Ballestero

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“Something New” by Naomi Ballestero

Submitted to Contest #287

The only thing I got right was my first breath. It could have been a cruel mistake. When your existence is wrong, it’s natural to drown in disparity, bubbling over the steady heat of resentment, animosity vibrating your DNA. It’s hard to breath.“Did you hear?” David asked, pulling up a chair next to mine.“I’m working.” I muttered, annoyed knowing that he knew office gossip was a thing that never included me.“They’re giving the promotion to Lily. Better luck next time, man.” A comforting smack on the back and he rolled away.“Wait!” I cried. H...

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