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The air in the shadowy space beneath the bleachers was thick with the scent of crushed grass and unspoken words. Particles of dust swirled in the slivers of fading sunlight as I fumbled with the strap of my overalls, the flush on my cheeks burning hot. I lifted my eyes to yours, Rainbow, my heart hammering a wild rhythm against my ribs. The question finally broke free, fragile and trembling in the quiet: "Sugarcube... do you... want to go steady with me?"