Reborn as the Villain, I’m Done Competing

During his lifetime, Yan Hao never understood why his parents always favored his younger brother, showering him with everything good while no matter what he did, he never received any attention. The more this happened, the more miserable and resentful Yan Hao became, leading him to compete with his brother at every turn. Whatever his brother wanted to do, he would do the same—only better. Yet despite being the better one, he never earned the recognition of those around him. His parents, teachers, classmates, and friends all looked at him with disdain, calling him jealous, selfish, and someone who loved snatching things from others. It wasn't until his death that Yan Hao realized—he had been taking things that belonged to the protagonist. He was nothing but a vicious supporting character in a novel, meant to contrast the protagonist's kindness, a stepping stone for the main love interest to show off and gain favor. Reborn, Yan Hao kicked the protagonist aside. "Who the hell wants to compete with you? With just a turn of my back, you won't catch up even if you cry." He no longer fought, no longer envied, only wishing to quietly be himself. He let his brilliance shine on those who truly cared for him. === Years later, someone asked Yan Hao, now a master in mecha manufacturing: "How did you get into mecha manufacturing?" "Because I met someone," Yan Hao replied.