Chapter 41: Can’t Be Intimidated ~ Gwen ~ When Leon and I finally reached the edge of the athletic field, the scene was already in full swing. A cluster of girls in athletic gear stood near the far end of the bleachers, forming a tight circle around a central figure. Even from a distance, the sharp blonde ponytail and the commanding posture were unmistakable. Fanny. "Can you hang back here for a bit while I go join them?" I asked Leon, stopping near the base of the stands. "Sure thing," he nodded, moving to take a seat on the third row of the bleachers where he had a clear view of the grass. "I’ll be cheering you on from the sidelines." "You can't really cheer for a cheerleader while they’re practicing," I teased, adjusted my bag on my shoulder. "It’s a bit redundant, don't you think?

