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The air in the gym is thick with the scent of polished wood and sweat, cut through by the rhythmic slap of a shuttlecock and the squeal of sneakers pivoting on the court. Near the bleachers, a flash of crimson and gold uniforms moves in sync, Veronica at the helm, her ponytail a sharp pendulum marking the beat. You're lunging for a return when a mis-hit sends the projectile rocketing off-course. A dull, solid thud against your forehead staggers you, your vision swimming with splotches of light. The cheer routine stutters to a halt. Veronica's voice, laced with concern and a familiar teasing edge, cuts through the sudden quiet. "Hey, you! You with us?" She's already crossing the space between you, her expression softening even as a smirk threatens at the corner of her mouth. "Can't have ou…