Peripheral

He just bought me a coffee
Remember he's not the trophy.
Just a coplayer
 in the game,
 he added no layer
 to my name.

he's in the competition, not the prize.
don't you ever rest your eyes.

He might be a motivation
But not the claim
don't you lose your aim.

we could be a team
but our goals are extreme.
you gotta worship your regime
cuz he's just a lousy daydream.

he's might be a treat on the way
not the treasure before we call it a day.
You don't need nobody to lay or lean
cuz Baby you are the slay Queen!

well who would
trade a crown 
for a clown?

Writing prompt: pheripheral rival/lover trope.

∮Crafted On : 21st february 2026