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𝘗𝘪𝘭𝘰𝘵

Tree Hill, North Carolina

Troy Dawson shot the basketball across the baseline, warming up before the Ravens basketball game.

"Nathan, twenty shots, no less," came the voice of Dan Scott, his best friend Nathan's Dad.

Troy rolled his eyes, unable to fathom growing up under the same level of control as Dan.

Troy grabbed his rebound, dribbling back towards the three-point line when he felt a small embrace envelop his leg.

It was his little sister, Chloe.

"He shoots, he scores!" the girl giggled as she held tightly onto her brother's legs, causing Troy to laugh.

"Hey Munchkin," Troy said as he picked up his sister. "Where are Mom and Dad?"

"They said I can come see you before your game," Chloe said, pointing in the direction of their waving parents.

"That's great," Troy smiled. "You should probably go sit with them; we're about to start soon."

"Okay," Chloe said softly. "Are Kat and Brooke here?"

"I'm sure they're getting ready in the locker room with Peyton," Troy said. "I'll see you after the game, okay?"