I remember a time when life was easy. Sometimes I think about moving back home to Gallente Prime and living out the rest of my days much the same as my youth, pampered and privileged. My personal life and business affairs have suffered several nasty setbacks recently, which is precisely why I haven't made the time to say much about it for quite some time. Five regular season races and two exhibition events have come and gone, and I find myself struggling to keep my spirits up.
My parents continue to pressure me to start a family of my own, and most days I feel that I'm letting them down, thanks to my dismal luck with the fairer sex. After a brief diversion in a modeling contest, I found myself rather enchanted by a young lady I met during the competition. We shared a few laughs, and she even visited the family estate with me for about a week. Mom absolutely adored her and missed no opportunity to remind me to treat her properly. Despite my best efforts, however, we parted company at the end of that week and haven't spoken much since. I wouldn't necessarily say I'm heartbroken about it, but I would've liked for things to turn out differently.
The team is in a strong financial position. We currently hold enough cash on hand to cover the promised 1 billion ISK in bonuses plus the usual 200 million ISK carryover to next season, even after accounting for projected race fees throughout the rest of the season. Unfortunately, our numbers have dwindled as the season has worn on. Personal issues have kept several of our pilots away from the track, including Neon. Takashi and Saikoyu diligently show up and fight for every point, and we're making the most of the resources we have. Somehow, though, I feel that I've done a disservice to the Venture legacy by failing to field overwhelming numbers.
The setbacks sting. I often wonder why life can't be simple and trouble-free. Perhaps overcoming these little hurdles are the victories that really matter, though. The team and I can only hope to keep moving forward and, win or lose, finish the race with dignity.
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