“Let her get some rest. I’m sure she’s exhausted if she’s been here since the game.” My mom’s lips curl upward as she flashes her bright white teeth at me. “Actually, your entire team is here.” She pauses, squeezing my hand that she’s still holding. “They’ve been camped out in the waiting room since your accident.” “Are you serious?” My voice cracks. Having Isla here means the world to me, but knowing that my entire team is here—my entire family—I don’t even have words for it. When bad shit happens, it’s funny how it really brings everyone together. How they actually show up for you. Those are
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