Tom cruised through the park on his skateboard, the wheels humming against the concrete as he weaved past benches and trees. It was his usual escape— a chance to show off some tricks and soak up the sunny afternoon. As he rounded a bend, he noticed a girl struggling with her skateboard a few feet away. She wobbled, arms flailing, barely managing to keep her balance.

He smirked, slowing down just enough to watch her attempt another shaky push off the ground “Careful,” he called out, his voice teasing. “The board’s supposed to move, not you.”