Page 105 of Unexpected Curveball


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My almost-ex-best friend.

The man who nearly broke my jaw and then helped me put my heart back together.

He gives the sign.

Fastball high and tight.

I nod.

The batter steps in, tension radiating off him.

I inhale.

Exhale.

Amelia’s voice from months ago echoes in my head.

You’re the calm in your own storm. You just need to believe it.

I wind up.

Release.

The ball explodes from my hand.

Swing.

Miss.

Strike one.

The crowd roars.

Kamden tosses it back to me. No words. Just a nod.

Curveball.

I grin slightly.

He knows me.

I throw.

Swing.

Miss.

Strike two.

The stadium is on its feet now.

I glance once more toward the stands.

Amelia’s hands are clasped in front of her mouth.

Not scared.

Excited.