I slowed my steps at Trinity’s voice, glancing over my shoulder as she approached. “Pretty sharp, right?”
She tossed a towel over her shoulder. “They looked good.” She stifled a laugh. “I think Elroy is a bit of a hypochondriac, though.”
I barked out a laugh. “You noticed?”
The defensive lineman in question hobbled next to Julia, who patted his back.
I took a single stride that landed me closer to her. “To be honest, I think he misses his mom and Julia babies him.”
She chuckled, shaking her head as she smiled. “He’s a big teddy bear.”
“Don’t let him hear you say that.” I winked.
Her cheeks blushed a shade of pretty pink, but a voice cut through our little bubble, causing my spine to stiffen.
“Preston!”
You’ve got to be kidding me.
I turned to see Sierra in four-inch heels, her sights set on me.
24
Trinity
I recognized the willowy blonde gliding in our direction from last week. She was gorgeous. Tall, thin, perfect skin, wearing a dress that was more for sporting a martini than a microphone. I stood there in Nike joggers with a white polo that hadCougarsacross my chest like an eighth-grade tomboy who was on the verge of finding her feminine side.
“Another win. You are doing wonders with those guys.” She beamed as she reached us.
“They have the talent.” He shifted the credit to the players easily.
I’d learned the last couple of weeks that humility was one of his qualities I found to be surprising.
“Yes, but it takes leadership to win games,” she added before she flicked her hair over her shoulder.
“I don’t have any comments tonight,” Preston said as he shoved his hands in his pockets.
He was tense, and if I wasn’t mistaken, irritated.
She waved a hand. “I already spoke with Shaw. I just wanted to say hi.”
I still stood there, feeling awkward and insignificant. I attempted to leave when she finally flickered her eyes to me.
“I don’t think we’ve met.”
“This is Trinity. She’s shadowing Julia,” Preston cut in.
She offered her hand. “I’m sure you’re an asset to the team. I’m Sierra.”
I gripped her palm, giving her bony hand a shake. “Nice to meet you.”
“Likewise.” She flipped her hair again. “I was surprised corporate wanted me out here for this game, but I wouldn’t say no to getting to spend some time with this one.” She nudged Preston’s shoulder. “Preston and I go way back.” She glanced at him. “We know each otherwell.”
Like I couldn’t freaking tell.
Preston coughed, clearing his throat as he removed his hands from his pockets.
“Well, I’ll let you two catch up.” I smiled. “See you tomorrow.”
