“Five, six, seven, eight—”Arms sliced into the air in perfect rhythm, all girls jumping into the opening sequence. A high V, punch and then a turn.Danielle’s heart seemed to sync with the music, each move they made already drilled into their bones. Routines were something she was used to. Routines were safe; they meant she still had things under control.“Flyers up!” She shouted, even though the thrumming of her pulse said otherwise.With practiced ease, she sprinted into her base group, crouching low and hands ready. Lily’s eyes glint with unwavering confidence as she plants her white sneakers into Danielle’s palms. Instantly, she’s launched into the air, weightless and hair like wild fire under the glowing lights of the auditorium.They caught her clean, the ensuing cheers and shouts from other girls something like a promise. Danielle’s smile remained blinding as she faced the crowd.“Go Sharks, go!”“Go mighty sharks,” Lily made a show of clapping once they were back at the lock
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