Octavia was always one for competition. Unless, that is, the competition is forced upon her by the mare of her nightmares. And it's not that she's ever had a problem with Canterlot nightlife; she just has a problem with ponies named Vinyl Scratch. Not that anypony knows why, though, and Octavia isn't about to share embarrassing secrets.

Story concept and first chapter by Lynked
And thanks to Noc for the editing.

After being apart for five years, Vinyl finds out that Octavia got married. Knowing there is no way she can have back what they once had, Vinyl feels alone. She won't let anybody in. She won't let anybody help. She just wants to forget her biggest mistake: letting Octavia go.

This takes place after the events of Autograph by RushingAutumnLeaves. I suggest you read that story first.
Cover art: Lame by Lenbow

Reading by TheLostNarrator [YouTube]: Songs of Sorrow
Song: Songs of Sorrow (Ft. Divine Arcane and Jacob Albrecht) by Raging Rarity