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“That was amazing.”

He nodded. “Let’s get the baths filled before they get grumpy.”

I doubted we’d be dealing with any unhappy guys tonight. That was an amazing game and they would be flying high for the rest of the night. I had a feeling celebratory pizza was in our future.

23

Derrek

That was the greatest game of my life. Not only were the guys in sync and executing plays with precision that was sure to make the coaches cry with pride, but I felt completely confident. I could see the shots coming before they had a chance of passing me. The defensemen were always in position and ready for the rebounds I sent their way.

It was the kind of game that relit the flame and passion in a player. It was reassurance I was doing what I was meant to be doing with my life.

Knowing Amelia was watching from behind the bench may have a had a tiny influence on my attitude. I wasn’t trying to show off, but in the back of my mind I reminded myself she was there and cheering for me. What man wouldn’t perform better under those circumstances?

I showered and changed back into my suit as the guys were discussing dinner plans.

“Aston? You up for pizza?” Reese shouted from across the room.

I smirked. “Am I ever not?”

He laughed and the rest of the guys agreed to meet at our favorite spot. I walked into the training room, watching Amelia as she spoke with Tyler. I wasn’t sure why she was here and where Silas, the normal assistant, was but I was glad she was in our arena where she belonged.

After a moment, she shook Tyler’s hand and headed toward me. Once her eyes met mine, she beamed and ran over. I caught her in my arms and squeezed her to me.

“You were so great tonight, Derrek. I can’t believe how well you played.”

My pride grew a bit more with her praise. “Thanks. I’m glad you were here for it.”

She stepped back and noticed my bag. “Are you already done?”

“Yeah, we’re heading over to The Pie. Does that sound okay?”

She nodded with a wide smile. “I’ve been thinking about it since the first period.”

I put my arm over her shoulder and led us to the elevator and out to my car. “So, how did you end up assisting tonight?”

She got into the passenger seat and waited for me to get in on the other side before starting her story. “Madi picked me up from the airport and on the way back, Tyler texted her asking if she could come in. She had me reply saying that I would be there.”

I glanced at her as we pulled out of the garage. “Why?”

“She knew it was something I would want to do.” She sighed. “I really like working with the Cougars, but if I had the option, I’d much rather be with the Fury.”

I reached over pulled in her hand in mine. “Me, too.”

Her smile turned shy as her cheeks reddened. “Well, it turns out that Tyler’s assistant is interviewing in LA.”

My eyebrows shot up. “No way. I didn’t hear anything about that.”

She pumped her shoulders up. “I guess he hasn’t told many people. Anyway, after the game Tyler told me he was really impressed with me and how well I worked with you guys. He asked if I would be interested in the position if Silas ends up quitting.”

I squeezed her hand and grinned. “No way! Did you tell him yes?”

She bobbed her head eagerly. “Yes! It’s not a done deal, so I’m trying not to get my hopes up, but wouldn’t that be amazing?”

“It really would be.”

Her excitement seemed to burn out for a second. “Are you sure? You wouldn’t be bothered I’d be around more? We’d be seeing a lot of each other.”