“Oh, yeah, okay.” He walks closer, reaching out his hand to pet her head. “Gina would say that’s the good thing about crates. They’re like portable dog houses.”
I blink up at him, forcing a smile. “It’s good to see you again.”
He nods, meeting my eyes in a way that squeezes my chest. “It’s good to see you, too.”
“I’m sorry I’m leaving as soon as you get home.”
His magnetic gaze drifts to my hand stroking Kelani’s small back. “It’s why you’re here. You don’t have to apologize. That would be like me apologizing for playing hockey.”
“Still, I was thinking we might…” I have no idea what I’m about to say.
“Have some mashed potatoes and peach ice cream?”
My lips press, and I nod. “Something like that.”
“When you get back.” Reaching up, he slides a piece of hair behind my ear so gently. “You have to save the trees.”
“I’ll text you.”
Dove
This conference is incredible. Every day there are panels on different plant diseases, pests, current and experimental treatments… My head is spinning!
Maverick
Alice in Wonderland.
Dove
That movie is really trippy. I loved Sleeping Beauty. Before he came back, I imagined my dad was like Prince Phillip being held captive by an evil queen.
Maverick
I was obsessed with Rocky.
Dove
He’s a fighter.
Maverick
And a lover… he takes Adrian ice skating.
Dove
That’s a sweet part. You’re right, I like him now, too… Did you win your game?
Maverick
Yep. We’re certain to be in the playoffs at this point.
Dove
I can’t watch the games here. Are you getting to play more?
Maverick
Not really, but I never meant to hog the spotlight.
