Dad dropped me off at the studio since we had a rehearsal. Even though I couldn't dance because of my ankle, I didn't want to stay home all day and mope in my bed. I would rather watch everyone else dance.

When I walked into the studio, I noticed that everyone was warming up, following Mae's lead. When Mae saw me, she stopped and rushed over to me, giving me a hug. "I didn't know you were coming," she said.

"I'm still on the team," I said. "I thought I'd sit in on the practice. Better than sitting at home doing nothing."

"How's your ankle?" she asked, resting her hand...