The Hard Way
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MatureOngoing3h 38m
Last published Tue, Sep 30, 2025
TW: mature themes: manipulation, abuse, anxiety, illness, please read at own discretion
Mature 'The Next Step' Season 4 Rewrite exploring Piper's anxiety, Riley as dance captain, Emily as studio head, James in the band full-time and the introduction of James and Riley's younger siblings - Piper and Lillie who ultimately become the best of friends during hard times on A-Troupe
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