Page 131 of Slap Shot
“Nope.” I put my hands on either side of her and bend my neck so I can kiss her. “I’m just getting started with you, Maddie.”
THIRTY-EIGHT
MADELINE
Piper
I saw a video of that clinic you and Amelia put on in New York last week, Em. You are a QUEEN.
Me
Lucy had me download ESPN+ so we could watch, and I’m in awe of you.
Lexi
Badass women are my favorite kind of women.
Maven
I’m still geeking out that the official NHL Instagram page shared all your content. You’re paving the way for the next generation of female hockey players. That is so freaking cool.
Emmy
Wow. So many nice things, and it’s a change from getting my ass kicked in practice by the boys. Thanks, you all. It was fun, and I’m honored I get to play a small role in the future of the sport.
Me
Is anyone free tonight? I could use some advice on something that happened to me recently.
Emmy
I’m in.
Piper
Me too!
Maven
Wait. Am I free on a night you all are? And do I actually get to meet Madeline? I’ve been convinced you’re not real.
Me
I’m very real, but don’t get your hopes up. I’m not that exciting.
Lexi
I’m meeting a Tinder hookup tonight, but you all take priority over Beaumont.
Emmy
Beaumont? I just gagged.
You all can come here. Maverick has a meeting with Coach Saunders. With it being almost March, I bet they’re talking about trades they could make before the deadline.
Me
Does that happen a lot?
