11. Best Offer Wins by Marisa Kashino

You have mapped out your life for the next few years. You know what needs to be done, when it needs to be done, and the success of which plans comes first so the others can fall into place. You know it's not going to be easy, but your childhood prepared you for this. You are a survivor, a go-getter, a hard worker, a problem solver. You are made of sterner stuff. However, you will soon discover that hard work and a can-do attitude do not always lead to the success of some plans. Some rely on other parties, such as the government, companies, and other individuals. But shouldn't this be easy? Isn't there an unwritten rule that once you have done everything, all else should fall into place? So what are you going to do? Throw in the towel because, after all, you did do everything you could? Keep on working hard until something gives? Never mind that being the definition of insanity, it's simply dedication. Or are you going to try something more creative? Life has never been fair to you, so why should you play by the rules of a game that is clearly rigged? Follow Margo as she discovers exactly how far she is willing to go to achieve her dreams.