The Hitting Zone
<p style="text-align:justify">Following a harrowing brush with death instigated by an unexpected source – his own mother – Jake Hollander finds himself harboring a deep aversion towards people, baseball, and family. The wounds of abandonment fester within him, but a transformative chapter unfolds when he is taken in by the Atkins, his foster family. In their care, his perspective undergoes a profound shift.</p>
<p style="text-align:justify">Under the nurturing influence of the Atkins, Jake gradually sheds his reservations, blossoming into a more open individual. His prowess in baseball ascends to new heights, and a yearning for familial connections replaces the lingering sense of abandonment. One by one, his desires are fulfilled, fostering a sense of belonging and contentment.</p>
<p style="text-align:justify">Important note: Names, faces, and places within this narrative are purely fictional. While some school names may mirror real institutions, I wish to clarify that I have no affiliation with them, and my views are independent of theirs. Kindly refrain from sharing this work without permission.</p>
