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Rose took us back through the halls, to the elevator, where a wheelchair was conveniently waiting. I sat down and relaxed, while Noah took control of the handles behind me. ”I'll push him!”

We went up in the elevator and reached the appropriate level. Usually we took a ramp or escalator to our seats so this was a new experience. Noah steered me through the packed crowds, heading to our normal seats. He zoomed left, right, sped up, and suddenly stopped. I was starting to think that this is how others get motion sickness.

I was happy to reach the stairs that took us down to our seats.

”I'll come get you guys after the game.” Rose have a friendly smile and left with the empty wheelchair.

Going down to our seats, Zeke walked in front of me, keeping close in case I fell forward. Rhys and Noah patiently walked behind me, talking about what food and snacks we should order. When we got to our seats, I was abled to prop my injured leg up on the rail in front of us. Elevation.

I was surprised how packed the stadium was on a holiday. It was the most people I've ever seen here. There was a festive air hovering over everyone as the game started. The A's came out strong, getting an early lead. It only got worse for the other team as the game went on. Jeremy was able to hit two home runs, bringing in so many runs.

Noah spent most of the game standing and clapping. He was in energizer-bunny-mode, bouncing and yelling nonstop. It really added to the atmosphere, making my heart pound every time he gasped. Of course, by spending so much energy, he had to refuel. Zeke didn't stop him from ordering extra peanuts and cotton candy, and didn't even glare when he asked for refills on his soda.

As the game neared its end, Rose appeared and asked if we wanted to get started on heading down to the field. Noah was reluctant at first, but when Rhys gave him grief about not trusting his favorite team, Noah got moving.

By the time we reached the field, the game was over and some of the fans started to leave.

”They'll probably watch the fireworks from the car. Beat the traffic and whatnot.” Noah explained to me.

Rose let us sit in the grassy area between the A's dugout and the third baseline. She looked like she was about to leave us there alone, but stopped when Jeremy came jogging out of the dugout. He must have taken a quick shower because he was in jeans and a shirt, not looking like the baseball player he was.

”Stay.” Jeremy told her, taking her hand in his and interlocking their fingers.

Rose was hesitant. She glanced at me.

Feeling awkward, I showed her a smile.

”Okay, but I'm still mad at you.” She conceded.

Jeremy was relieved. ”I know.” He revealed a jacket and laid it down so she can seat on it.

”You didn't bring anything for us?” Noah joked.

”You're baseball players.” Jeremy told him. ”You guys shouldn't mind sitting in the grass.”

Noah rolled his eyes, but plopped down and sat freely in the grass. ”So biased.”

I carefully sat down next to him, stretching out the boot.

Rhys and Zeke sat down as well, without complaints.

We faced the outfield and eventually the lights started to dim until most of them turned off. The music started, then the fireworks. It was a show. A professional show. It didn't even compare with the Saturday night fireworks show. I can see why Jeremy said we could watch it from the field. I could lay flat and just watch the bright colors cover the dark sky. What a contrast.

”This is too cool.” Noah mumbled under his breath.

I nodded in agreement even though he wasn't necessarily talking to me. This was another great day to be saved in the memory bank.