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One shot Leo Drabble, speaking to Master Splinter in his head- a few months after being dubbed leader. Angst.
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I struggle for and try to grasp perfection, for that is what you demand. I am the eldest, the leader, the one destined to follow in your footsteps. The one chosen to carry on your work.
I am the one my brothers are supposed to look up to, to turn to, to learn from. The one my once closest brother now hates and scorns with his jealousy. Because of you.
Perfection. It is all I've strived for, for you. For your love. I portray it as all I have ever wanted. I am the faultless son, the 'best' brother. Destined to hold a mask of confidence I have never felt. To show no faults that may be seen by anyone, especially you.
All you love is a façade. I am not perfect. Perfection does not exist.
Sometimes I wonder- if the illusion was shattered- would you still call me as your son?
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