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Like now, for instance, they’d have a field day. We need to move soon or my truck will be spotted and it will be game over before we’ve begun.
Chests heaving, I pant against her mouth. “I want to take you out on a date.” I tease her lips, wanting to lick every part of her. “This Saturday, after our first pre-season game.”
Her bold eyes rake over mine as if she’s already thinking about what we can do together afterward, which quickly turns to disappointment. I can feel it bouncing off her. Flinching, she shifts uneasily in my lap.
Unable to work out what’s wrong, I ask her, “What’s up?”
“I promised I would go to a club with Kourtney this Saturday.”
Disheartened, but determined, I suggest, “Next Saturday then?”
Sucking her lips into her mouth, she bobs her head up and down, her eyes glinting with excitement. “I’d like that,” she responds with a shy smile.
I love hockey, love the game, love the buzz, the fans. It’s been my life for as long as I can remember, and I am usually pumped up for a game, but right now I am wishing it was already next Saturday and the night of our date.
I can’t wait until then.
And then an idea hits me causing me to grin wide.
“Another smile.” Lily fakes a shocked, exaggerated gasp. “What’s that one for?”
“You’ll see.” I smack a quick kiss on her lips. “Let’s get you home. It’s late.”
She clumsily climbs back over to the passenger seat, and I already miss her warmth. “Do you have early morning practice?” Her voice is strained as she maneuvers herself around the tight space. “Phew, I’m in.” She’s already reaching round to put her seat belt on.
“I do.” My muscles have already begun to ache after Coach’s grueling session tonight. I know I’ll feel worse in the morning.
Surprising me, Lily then says, “Can we finish off what we started next Saturday? It felt nice.”
My heart races at supersonic speed. Fucking hell, she wants me. “If that’s what would make you happy.” I try to keep my voice controlled and casual.
“Oh, I think it would make me very, very happy.” She rests her elbow on top of the armrest, places her chin in her hand, and looks at me with those big brown orbs.
Yup, Lily… I realize I don’t know her surname. “What’s your last name?”
“Murphy.”
It’s official. Lily Murphy, all cute dimples and smart mouth, is most definitely going to be my undoing.
I’m fucking done for.
* * *
Arriving outside her apartment, I tell her to stay seated as I jump out of my truck, then run around to her side to open the door and help her out.
I offer her my hand, grab her bag, and as soon as her feet hit the ground, I realize just how much shorter she is than me.
Taking her bag from my grasp, she pushes the straps over her shoulder, tucks her thumb under the leather handle to keep it in place, and then looks up at the red bricked apartment block. “This is me.” Nervously she shifts on the balls of her feet as she stares at three women who are gathered on the concrete stairs, smoking cigarettes. The trio stares in our direction and a low murmur of questions travels through the air. Wow, who is that she’s with? Is he that ice hockey player? What’s he doing here?
Ignoring them while silently praying they don’t tip off the press, I focus my attention on Lily. “What’s your apartment number?” I close the space between us, forcing her to look up at me.
“Apartment 4B.” Her voice is almost inaudible.
“I’ll pick you up next Saturday at eight.” I lie, knowing I will see her much sooner but want to surprise her. Cupping her face, I bend down and plant a soft kiss on her lips. “See you then.” My hands drop to my sides.
Her true beauty shines through when she smiles, making her face light up. “Perfect.”
Does she mean the kiss or the date? Maybe both.
