Off Balance series by Lucia Franco

I’ve given up everything to train under renowned coach Konstantin Kournakova. The two-time Olympian from Russia only works with elite gymnasts. He's exactly what I need to take me to the next level - the Olympics. Kova produces champions, and I want to be one.

His rigorous training is demanding and unapologetic. Kova tries to break me, but I thrive under his pressure. I follow his every command. He pushes me to become a better athlete. Against the rules, we grow close while training fifty hours a week.

I'm his gymnast. He's my coach. Our careers would be ruined if anyone saw the position we were in.

But in this moment, we don't care.