The Boy Who Gave Up the Race to Save His Rival

the day, Coach Brooks had heard enough whispers to find Marcus near the gym.

“You want me to talk to the principal?” he asked. “There are records. Volunteers. The medic can confirm it.”

Marcus shook his head.

“Why not?”

“Because if they need proof before they believe I’d stop, that says more about them than me.”

Coach Brooks studied him.

“You sure?”

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