Matthew Sturniolo Imagines 2

left out sister

"am I even perfect enough to be their little sister..?"

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Title: Behind the Camera

Once upon a time in a bustling city, there lived three brothers who had captured the hearts of millions through their YouTube channel. Nick, Matt, and Chris were not just ordinary YouTubers; they were internet sensations known for their hilarious pranks, heartwarming challenges, and engaging car vlogs. Their fame seemed limitless, and they had a special bond with their little sister, Y/N.

Y/N, at 14 years old, admired her older brothers deeply. She often appeared in their early vlogs, adding her infectious laughter and youthful energy to their videos. Whether they were driving around town in their car, attempting wild challenges, or simply goofing off, Y/N was there, a bright presence that their fans adored.

But as fame often comes with a price, Y/N soon found herself facing harsh criticism from anonymous internet trolls. Comments about her appearance and her supposed lack of conformity to the latest trends began to flood their videos. It hurt her deeply to read such cruel words, and she began to doubt herself. Were they right? Was she not perfect enough to be in her brothers' vlogs?

Her brothers noticed the change in her demeanor. They knew their little sister was kind-hearted and sensitive. Concerned about her well-being, they sat down with her one evening after filming.

"Y/N, what's going on?" Chris asked gently, sitting beside her on the couch in their cozy studio.

Y/N fidgeted, avoiding their eyes. "I... I don't want to be in your vlogs anymore. People say mean things about me."

Nick sighed, exchanging a worried glance with Matt. "You know those comments don't mean anything, right? You're our sister, and we love having you in our videos."

"But they said I'm ugly and I don't fit in," Y/N murmured, tears welling up in her eyes. "Maybe I'm not good enough for your fans."

Matt put a comforting arm around her. "Hey, listen. You are perfect just the way you are. You don't have to change for anyone, especially not for some internet trolls hiding behind their screens."

Y/N sniffled, wiping away her tears. "But it still hurts..."

From that day on, Y/N decided not to appear in front of the camera as often. Instead, she found joy in helping behind the scenes. She learned to edit videos, manage their social media, and brainstorm new content ideas. While she missed the excitement of being in the spotlight, she cherished the quiet moments spent with her brothers, away from the scrutiny of the online world.

As time passed, Y/N grew more confident in herself. She realized that her worth wasn't determined by strangers' opinions on the internet. She was loved by her family and friends for who she was—kind, creative, and caring.

Nick noticed Y/N standing off to the side with her headset on, deeply immersed in a song. Curiosity piqued, he approached her quietly and gestured for her to let him listen too. Y/N hesitated for a moment, then carefully removed her headset and handed it to Nick, a faint blush coloring her cheeks.

As Nick put on the headset, the soft strains of Melanie Martinez's "Mr. Potato" filled his ears. He listened intently, catching snippets of lyrics that spoke about insecurities and feeling like an outsider. The song's melancholic melody resonated deeply, its message hitting home as he glanced at his sister.