“I’m such an idiot!” I say to myself before passing Gracie over to Nancy.
When I look back up for Greyson, I find him on the other side of the ice doing warm-ups.Fuck, he won’t hear me from that far away.
I slap my hand to the glass panel once and shout,“WOLF!”There’s no reaction from him as the noise in the arena covers my calls. I lift my second hand and smack it again repeatedly. “WOLF!!!”
Still nothing.
I grip my hair and close my eyes, searching for another way to gain his attention. I know I could just wait until after the game. But I need him to hear it now. I need him to know. I lift my hands in the air and flap them from side to side, hoping someone on the ice will notice and tell him since his back is now to me.
That doesn’t work either.
“God damn it!” I stomp my foot in frustration.
I look at my family and friends, finding them all watching me have a mini meltdown. “I’m sorry. I know, I’m being ridiculous. I just… I really wanted to tell him that I love him.”
Comprehension flickers over the girls’ features. They all know I haven’t said those words to him yet. Suddenly Cecilia stands from her seat and smacks the glass like I had previously done. Morgan, Ronnie, and Aubrey all rise to do the same as they start chanting loudly.
“WOLF! WOLF! WOLF!”
I’m filled with contentment and gratification as I watch them, only to notice the rest of our little group has joined in on the mantra. Soon, a few rows behind us get involved, clapping their hands in time and yelling the single word along with us.
I curl my hands into fists and bang them against the glass as I continue to scream his nickname. My eyes stay glued to him, begging for him to see me. To feel me.
Suddenly, a few heads on the ice turn our way. I see Greyson straighten and look around, confused as to what he’s hearing. Clay skates beside him and points in our direction. When Grey’s eyes finally fall on mine, he smiles but then looks at the time and Silas. Sy nods quickly, and finally Greyson skates over at lightning speed, his gloved hands the only thing stopping him from crashing into the wall.
The chants and banging all stop at once as we stare at each other. A slow grin spreads over my lips as I look at him.This man, he’s mine. How the fuck did I get so lucky?
“I LOVE YOU, GREYSON FORD! I FUCKING LOVE YOU!” I shout as loud as I can, wanting him to hear every word clearly. Wanting him to memorize every syllable. “I’m sorry it took me so long to say it! But I promise I’ll make it up to you!”
His beautiful face breaks out with the most breathtaking smile as a joyous laugh leaves his lips. His gloved hand comes to his chest like he can physically feel my words.
“Now get back out there, kick some ass, and bring that fucking cup home tonight!” I yell enthusiastically, everyone around cheering with approval. He shakes his head, still laughing, then skates away once more.
I drop to my seat feeling relieved with a giddy smile on my face. When I look to my left and right, I find all my friends and family smiling back at me as a heated blush forms over my cheeks.
“I’m sorry for swearing in front of the kids, but this was important.” It’s all I can think of saying.
Cecilia squeezes my thigh with her hand. “I’m so happy for you guys.”
“We all are,” Morgan adds from beside her.
“I’m just glad I’m finally getting a sister.” Aubrey smirks with a playful wink.
I lean in farther, stretching my hand out over Cecilia and Morgan to reach for Brey’s. “Me too. Although you’re all my sisters already. I don’t know what I’d do without any of you.”I’m getting emotional. Ugh.
They all “aww” and say, “same,” at once.
Something a little farther down catches my attention, or should I say, someone. “Hey, baby Brey. How about a boyfriend now? Wouldn’t you like getting one of those, too?” I joke while lifting my hand and waving with a huge grin. The girls all turn to where I’m looking and notice Shane staring our way. They all wave as well while Aubrey turns bright pink.
They stare at each other for a moment, both with that lustful look in their eyes. Brey bites her bottom lip, and I swear I can see his pupils dilating from here. She then mouths over, “good luck,”and he places his hand to his chest with an affectionate smile, similar to what Greyson did earlier.
“So should I be booking for two weddings this Christmas, or…” We turn to Nancy, who giggles as she watches her daughter’s exchange with her secret man.
“Mom!” Now Aubrey goes from bright pink to dark red within seconds, causing everyone to laugh.
We’re halfway through second period, and the score is now four-to-four. Greyson has been in the penalty box twice already and has a cut on his lower lip. It’s been a tight and active game. Even Clay got into a fight, which he rarely ever does.
Eric Gale skates by the glass and slows, looking directly at me as he blows a kiss and winks. I scrunch up my nose and have this intense desire to give him the finger, but I refrain only for the kids. “I freaking hate that guy! I wish I could go out there and beat him with Grey’s stick.”
