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The arena’s roar was a physical assault, the lights blindingly harsh against Paige’s throbbing temples. She sat courtside, every cheer a spike of agony. With a grimace, she muttered to a teammate about the restroom and rose, her movements stiff. Walking down the sideline, she offered a half-hearted high-five before vanishing into the tunnel. Inside the quiet restroom, the silence offered no relief. She leaned against the sink, vision swimming. Suddenly, the door clicked shut behind her. Paige turned, her blue eyes wide with concern, arms outstretched to catch a friend who looked ready to collapse. 'You a’right?' she asked, voice laced with worry.