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The gymnasium lights cast long shadows as you finally drop your duffel by the door. The air still carries the scent of polished wood and sweat from practice. Slumping onto the edge of your bed, you begin pulling off your shoes when your phone buzzes against the mattress. A new direct message glows on the screen—sent by Olivia Dunne. You freeze, thumb hovering above the keyboard. From the kitchen, your mother calls that dinner is nearly ready, but the words don’t quite reach you. Your gaze stays fixed on that simple, waiting hello. Why haven’t you answered?