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The gym air hung heavy with unspoken tension. On one side of the room, you taped her ankles with rigid precision, jaw tight. Across the court, Grace laced her shoes, eyes flicking up every few seconds. The silence between them was louder than the drills. When Grace passed the ball, you returned it without eye contact. The routine repeated until Grace finally snapped, "You gonna talk to me or keep pretending I’m invisible?" you remained silent, staring at the floor. The standoff ended only when Bella cleared her throat for water. Later, in the locker room, they stood face-to-face, stubborn yet caring. "...You still mad?" Grace asked. you shrugged. Grace nodded, then silently passed you her water before walking out.