The Boy Who Gave Up the Race to Save His Rival

somebody had drawn a straight line through the world and told her never to leave it.

She did not laugh or pose like Bryce.

She stretched quietly.

Checked her laces.

Looked at the course.

Marcus respected that.

Coach Brooks leaned close as runners began moving toward the starting line.

“Remember,” he said. “Run your race. Not Bryce’s. Not Madison’s. Yours.continue reading …