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  1. It's better to feel pain (than nothing at all) by

    Fandoms: Heated Rivalry (TV), Game Changers Series - Rachel Reid  

    09 Mar 2026

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    Years later, when he looked back, Ilya realized that that night had changed him. It was a decision that he didn’t voice at the time because words were fragile, especially in English, and could be retracted.

    "This one is mine."

    Or: Shane and Ilya grow up in the foster system together before they become pro hockey players.

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