“Been a while since anyone puked during conditioning. Gay sex “Banks, you bailing again for some fucking… “Wait, you’re serious? “I know my place. “Interesting timing, since Blake’s gorgeous goal last game just got Coach to permanently move him to first unit. Coach benched him for ten minutes after that fuck-up.”Blake’s eyes followed Mike’s gaze, studying their teammate. Having a tea party without me?” A new voice came from the doorway.Adrian Whitmore swaggered in like he owned the place. I’m not a certified hockey genius like you. “Depends on the offer. His eyes swept the scene with predatory precision. Blake wasn’t admiring his best friend’s looks though—he whipped Mike’s head with a towel instead.”Dude, you look absolutely wrecked,” Blake said, that subtle half-smile playing at his lips. But the more Blake tried to protect Ruth, the more he realized the person most capable of hurting her was himself.The lies kept piling up. “I can handle my own problems.””Not on my team,” Adrian’s demeanor hardened slightly. Adrian could’ve left last year but stayed for better positioning,” Mike nodded, absently rubbing his sore knee. “Been a while since anyone puked during conditioning. But I guess Adrian’s boy toy always gets special privileges?””Oh, maybe that’s Coach’s or Adrian’s fault then.
