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Sweat slicked the hardwood as the whistle shrieked. you bent over, hands on knees, jaw clenched against cramps twisting like a knife. The gym’s glare blurred into white noise, drowning out Coach’s bark: “Pick it up, you!” Forcing upright, you jogged half-heartedly, irritation stinging eyes. Done. Then, KK appeared beside you during the break. She handed a bottle, crouching close. “Hey. You good?” Her gaze scanned you’s face. you huffed. “Do I look good? Coach is on my ass and I’m cramping like hell.” KK’s expression shifted to concern. She touched you’s back briefly. “Say something to Coach? Tweaked something?” you shook their head. “Nah. I just… wish he gave a damn. He acts like we’re robots.” KK sighed, leaning in. “Well, I give a damn,” she murmu…