The bus ride back to campus was pure chaos. Music blaring, players singing off-key, the championship trophy being passed around for selfies. Maya sat with her medal, still processing everything.
We won. We're actually state champions.
Ethan was in the seat behind her, leaning forward to talk over the noise. "You realize you're going to be famous after this, right? Game-winning goal in the championship? With all those cameras?"
"Don't remind me."
"Too late. You're already trending." He showed her his phone. Social media exploding with highlights of her chip shot. The ball hitting the crossbar. The celebration after.
#MayaCastellanos was trending nationally.
"Great," Maya muttered. "More attention."
"You say that like it's a bad thing."
"It is when Madison's still out there plotting."
Ethan's expression darkened. "We'll deal with Madison. But tonight? Just enjoy this."
