Page 90 of Playing By The Rules

I’ll probably end up dead, but at least I’ll pass with a smile on my face.

The photo flashing on the screen indicates it’s my mom and so I answer the call, offering a little wave and hello when her face appears.

Her brows immediately draw together in concern when she sees me. “Blair. You look exhausted.”

“Gee thanks.” I hide a yawn behind my hand and the look she sends me tells me she’s overly concerned.

“Are you doing too much?”

I’m not about to go into detail about what exactly I’m doing, so I just smile at her instead. “No. I’m fine. Just stayed up too late last night.”

“With school work? Or having fun.”

“Having fun.” Way too much fun.

“I’m glad you’re making friends. Your brother mentioned you were,” she says.

“You talked to Knox?”

Mom nods. “Earlier. Saw Cam as well and we chatted.”

My heart is in my throat at her mentioning Cam.

“You spoke to Cam too?” There’s a faint edge to my voice I’m afraid she’ll notice, but thankfully, she doesn’t.

“Yes. He’s a darling. Such a flirt.” Mom laughs. “Your brother got mad at him and said ‘stop trying to make a pass at my mom.’”

“He would never,” I say.

“No, he wouldn’t. I am old enough to be his mama and he knows it. Besides your father would kick his ass.” Mom cackles, and I can’t help but laugh too. “Tell me about school.”

I give her the usual rundown, letting her know about my class load and how it’s going. Giving her an update on my roommates and how much I’m starting to like them. I even mention going to the home game and getting to know Joanna and Natalie.

“The tutor?” Mom asks, interrupting me mid-conversation.

“Yes. Did Knox tell you about her?”

“Sort of. When I reminded him that’s how I met your father, he sort of blew me off.” Mom smiles. “He doesn’t want to think about getting in a steady relationship. He’s always been so independent.”

More like he’s been a complete manwhore, but I don’t need to rip on him to our mother.

“I think he might like her,” I say, giving her a little info. Mom always complains about how tight-lipped Knox is with her, but right now, I’m the one who’s feeling tight-lipped about my own situation so…

I’m throwing Mom a bone.

“Oh really? I love that.”

“And she’s really nice.” I smile. “I approve.” So far.

“That’s great. He deserves happiness. Your brother is such a sweetheart.”

I snort. “To you.”

“He’s nice to you too, and you know it. Just a little overprotective sometimes.”

“All the time,” I add.

“All the time. Sometimes. You know what I mean.” Mom laughs. “How was the game?”

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