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KimthoughtSpencelooked dazed as his father pulled him into a hug and as family and friends slapped his shoulders with words of congratulations.Shewaited a few moments, then saw his agent andCoachRamirezmove toward the aisle.Shepulled on his arm to get his attention and made eye contact.
“Draftedby theGulls,Spence!So, so proud of you.”Shelooped her arms around his neck and rose to kiss him lightly. “Youready to go down with your coach?”
Spencehugged her tightly, his mind suddenly focused on the moment. “Thanks,Popcorn.ThoughtIwas dreaming.”
“Nodream!”Kimpulled back and smoothed his jacket. “Seeyou later—go, enjoy!”
Severalhours later,Spencecaught his breath when he enteredDaveandLauren’ssuite, loosened his tie, and dropped it and his jacket on the back of a chair.
“Thanks, man,” he said whenDavehanded him a beer and nodded toward the large living area.
“Relax, rookie,”Davesaid with a smirk. “You’rein a no-media zone.Kimshould be out in a few minutes.”
Spencedropped on the couch and took a long swig of beer.Hereleased a weary sigh when he leaned back. “Unbelievableday.Hadno idea of the scope of this…Howdid theGullsnabAnderson, too?Freakingcrazy.”
“Isuspect a lot of back-room deals to trade for that pick.Iheard they wantedMarsden, too—quite the trio to lead a rebuild,”Davesaid. “Remember, the rest of the draft continues tomorrow—still an opportunity to assemble a trade package to get the third hometown hero.”
Spencelaughed. “Aftertoday,Ibelieve anything can happen.”
Laurenjoined them, dressed for an evening out.
“Realitysetting in?”Sheasked with a smile whenSpenceandDaverose to greet her.
“Beginningto,”Spenceadmitted. “Thanksfor offering a bit of a refuge from the…”
“Craziness?”Kim’svoice came from behind him.
Kim’sheart skipped a beat when his eyes met hers, and she saw the look of appreciation crossSpence’sface.Hemet her halfway as she walked toward him, pulling her against him as he gave her a sweet kiss.
“Youlook beautiful,Kim.”
Shefelt her face flush when she heardDaveandLaurenechoSpence’sobservation.TakingSpence’shand, she moved toward them.
“Youguys look ready for a special evening,” she said with a smile. “Thanksfor giving us a place to hide for a while.”
“Yourdinner’s at eight?”Daveconfirmed. “Gotplans after that?”
“We’llprobably crash somewhere,”Spencelaughed.
“You’rewelcome to come back here—invite your family if you want,Spence.”
“Soundsperfect… if my girl agrees.
“Sheagrees,”Kimchirped in response.Histeasing smile madeKim’sknees feel like jelly.
“Callus when you’re heading back,”Davesaid as he guidedLaurentoward the door. “Orderanything you want—plenty of options for in-suite food and drink.”
“Thanks,”Kimsaid, blowing a kiss towards them.Whenthey were alone,SpenceheldKimat arm’s length, and she saw his blue eyes flash as he skimmed the sparkling turquoise sheath dressLaurenhad helped her pick out.
“Youlook freaking hot, my beautiful best friend, who’s also the love of my life.Sharingtoday with you made the day beyond perfect.”Hestepped closer to her and kissed her gently. “Youhave no idea what you do to me.”
Kimgiggled and playfully nipped his lip, inviting another kiss.Spencegroaned as he pulled her against him and deepened the kiss.
“Saythe word, and we’ll skip the dinner,” he whispered close to her ear.
Kimpulled back reluctantly and ran her hands against his chest.
“Youknow we can’t miss that.”Sheheard the longing in her tone and flashed a smile. “Go, get something from the snack tray—I’llgrab my purse and reapply my lipstick.”Kimbrushed her fingers against his cheek. “Youhave a tiny splash of lipstick here.I’llget a tissue.”
