Chapter 4

When sophomore year kicked off, I made the provincial team and had to head out of town for a month-long training camp.

Before I left, Mother helped me pack, giving me all sorts of advice and reminders.

Alyssa stood by, watching quietly. "Sarah," she suddenly said, "I'm going to miss you while you're gone."

I gave her a quick look. "Yeah, I'll miss you too."

"Good luck with the training. Bring home the gold," Alyssa said.

"Okay," I replied.

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On the day I left, my parents drove me to the station. Alyssa came along too, standing by Mother's side…