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Created on: December 11, 2009
RIVALS
Two foes, enemies to the end;
Now rivals, when once were friends.
Driven by envy, with an equally stubborn pride;
Fighting over a prize, their hatred will collide.
Fueled to compete, no matter the cost;
Deep down, they knew it was a mutual loss.
Looking in the mirror, they were haunted with shame;
Sacrificed friendship, over blinded fame.
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