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Mavvy

I’ll be there with him to make sure nothing happens to our guy.

Me

At least I’m not at home on the couch eating a hot dog like you are, E!

Easy E

K, fair. I deserved that.

I love you, G!!!!! You’re going to do great!!!

Me

Love you too, Easy E. Even if you are mean to me!

Connor

Sully? Anything to add?

Sully

No.

Me

That response was enough for me <3

Me

Hey! What are your plans this weekend?

AG

I’ll be in the stands for the Skills competition on Friday. Saturday I’m hosting a clinic with Emmy at Madison Square Garden for a group of girls before the game!

Me

That’s awesome!

If you want to meet up, you know where I’ll be.

AG

I’m sure we’ll run into each other at some point, Everett.

And if not… remember to keep your chin down :)

“Welcome to the bright lights and big city, G.” Maverick puts an arm around me as we walk through the hotel lobby on Friday afternoon. “How are you feeling?”

“Amazing.” I grin, soaking up the moment. “I want to come back every season.”

“The Skills event is the best part of the weekend. It has no impact on the rest of our season. You can wear your Stars jersey proudly and have a good time.”

“Thanks, Cap. And thanks for cheering me on,” I say.

“I love you, G, but I’m also here to watch Emmy compete in the All-Star game.” He nudges my ribs and lifts his chin. “Look at Brady Williams over there acting like a dick.”