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“Tell me about it. Trey’s having a hard time dealing with the thought of her leaving soon.”
“I bet. But at least he has you and T.J. to keep him busy.”
“True. Not to mention his work.” Trey’s the owner of the Charleston Coyotes hockey team. “I wanted to check in and see how camp has been going for you,” she says.
“It’s been amazing. I’m playing better than ever, and I think I might actually have a shot at starting this season. Maybe not right away, but at some point.” Grabbing two more bowls from the cabinet, I place them on the island. I might as well finish setting up while we’re on the phone.
“That’s fantastic. Keep up the good work, and I’ll cross my fingers that you get your chance. I know if you do, you’ll make the most of it.”
“Thanks for the vote of confidence. I appreciate it.” Reaching in the drawer, I grab some more spoons.
“What are you doing? You sound preoccupied.”
“Sorry about that. I’ve got company coming over, so I’m getting everything ready.”
“Company… of the female persuasion?”
I laugh. “Yeah.”
“Who is she?” she yells in my ear.
“Whoa, you’re way too excited.”
“I can’t help myself. Does this mean my baby brother is finally growing up?”
“I wouldn’t go that far, but I am interested in someone. Unfortunately, she doesn’t seem to return the feelings.”
“Why not? Have you been an asshole to her or something?”
Why’s it gotta be my fault?
“No, of course not. I’m not a jerk to women.”
“You use them for sex,” she states.
“And they use me too,” I retort.
“Maybe so, but I bet some of them have thought you’d want more after the fact.”
“I can’t say for sure. But while you’re dissecting my lack of morals, should we discuss how you met your husband?” They swiped right on each other on a hookup app.
“We’re talking about you,” she says with a hint of amusement in her voice.
“Yeah, that’s what I thought.”
“What are your plans for your date?” she asks.
“Nice subject change,” I say, and she snickers. “It’s not a date. I helped her out and she’s coming over to pacify me.”
“Oh. That doesn’t sound promising.”
“I’m gonna try like hell to win her over. I’m doing a homemade sundae bar.”
“That sounds fun. What else do you have planned?”
“That’s all. She’s coming for dessert. What else should I be doing?”
She laughs. “You must really like her if you’re asking me for advice.”
