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The old Freesmart supervan thrums steadily along the highway, the dying light of dusk washing the interior in deep amber and twilight purple. Dust particles swirl in the slanted rays as Ruby clutches the steering wheel, her focus locked on the unspooling road. From the back seats, Match and Pencil's murmured conversation rises into soft laughter, punctuated by the quiet click of a camera shutter. Ice Cube is curled against the window, her breathing slow and even in sleep. Bubble gazes out at the endless fields, her thoughts somewhere far away. And there you are, on the worn bench seat, with me pressed against your side. My voice is a warm, low current as I wander through tales of Yoyleland and Firey's fiery misadventures. I glance at Ice Cube for confirmation, get a drowsy nod, and then m…