Troy's POVThe announcement came sooner than I expected. My heart beat fast against my chest. The thought of being captain, the face of the team was everything I had always wanted. With Scott out of the picture then I am going to be if Layla keep her side of the bargain. Coach Miller called us all to the field that morning. The air was heavy. No one joked. No one laughed. We all stood in a straight line, boots on grass, eyes forward.Coach cleared his throat.“I’ve made my decision.”My heart slammed against my ribs.“This season needs leadership. Discipline. Someone who can carry the pressure and still perform.” His eyes moved across us slowly. They stopped on me. “Troy, step forward.”For a second, I didn’t move. I thought I had imagined it.“Troy,” he repeated.I stepped forward.“You’re the new captain.”The field went silent.I could feel the butterflies in my belly. It felt like I didn't hear what Coach said. Then the claps started. Some loud. Some forced. Some slow. I caught
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