Mitchell
Same
Richardson
Okay you boring ass married men. The REST of us will go, and we’ll send pictures of all the women you’re missing out on.
“Tell me I didn’t make a mistake, Miller.” I pinch the bridge of my nose. “He can’t possibly do all of that in one night, can he?”
“Oh, Coach. Best not to question what Ethan can or cannot do.” Maverick laughs. “It’s better for everyone.”
Everett
Wait a second. If his drink isn’t spiked, and this is really happening… Coach has to have a very, VERY good reason for not wanting to show up bright and early tomorrow.
Is it a woman????
“Let Everett know I expect him on the ice an hour before film review on Monday,” I say to Maverick, tucking my phone away. “And make Richardson join too for talking about women like that.”
“Happy to pass along the message, but he makes a valid point.Isthere someone involved with this decision of yours?”
“Miller. This is an inappropriate conversation for us to be having.”
“Oh, fuck off, dude. We’ve spent years working together, and you’re barely older than me. When I retire, we’ll go to the bar, grab a beer, and shoot the shit. We’ll probably even be friends.” He clasps my shoulder. “I’m sure you have a shit ton of pressure on you. I’m sure it’s hard balancing work and a kid. Hell. I’m struggling to keep my head above water and Murph can’t even walk yet. You’re allowed to be happy, just like the rest of us.”
“Noted. Thanks for the pep talk, Miller.” Hannah tips her head to the door, and I pat Maverick’s chest. “Now leave me the hell alone.”
TWENTY-TWO
BRODY
H.E.
I thought you were walking my way.
Where did you go?
Me
Everyone in this room wants to talk to me, which is annoying as fuck when I have more important things on my mind.
H.E.
Yeah? Anything good?
Me
Namely wondering what underwear you have on under that dress.
H.E.
Better come find out, Coach.
Me
It’s truly amazing you haven’t made my blood pressure skyrocket.
There’s a coffee shop two blocks up the road. I’ll meet you there and we can split a car to my place.
