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I went home and crashed on my couch to watch the hockey game.
“It’s well known by now why the SOLA Empire are missing one of their big defensemen…”
“Look, Nick, I don’t think it’s our job to report on anyone’s mental health issues. Other than support.”
“I agree, Timmy. We all hope for the best for Joe out there. And, hey, let it be known that while we live in this macho world and sport, it’s okay for men to reach out and ask for help.”
I muted the television until the game started.
I watched my second line replacement play.
Patrick Bloomish.
A young guy.
Not the biggest. Not the fastest.
More of a bully on the ice.
Which worked in some spots.
But to start the game?
It put Jago at a big disadvantage.
SOLA Empirewent down three goals in no time.
Jago stood at the net with his mask up on his head, spraying water into his face.
He then looked into the camera…
I shut off the game.
I drank some more.
The game ended up an embarrassing six-to-two blowout.
I stood in the small kitchen of the apartment, leaning against the counter.
I needed to get back on the ice.
Even if that meant texting Anna until she answered me.
Chapter Six
ANNA
Tonight is the night.
I shaved my legs - again.
I shavedeverything elsetoo.
Steven promised me he would be home. And he was.
We had a light, fun dinner together.
A couple glasses of wine each.
