Christmas Glitter by Ann B. Harrison

Author:Ann B. Harrison
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Tule Publishing
Published: 2017-11-13T00:00:00+00:00

“Sorry man, I’m busy. If you’d asked me yesterday, I could have said yes.” Buzz’s voice rumbled over the phone. “Love doing workshops with kids, you know that, but my mama made plans and I can’t disappoint her.”

“I meant to ask yesterday but I had something on my mind. Completely my fault, I get that. I was hoping to get a day in before the school broke up for Christmas break.” He gripped his forehead, desperately trying to stave off the stress headache throbbing behind his eyes.

“You could ask a few of the other guys. Not sure what their plans are for Christmas but you might get lucky.” His teammate paused. “How about giving Ryan a call? He’s always up for a trip to somewhere quiet.”

Ryan, the lovable goalie. Of course. “Don’t know why I didn’t think of that. Thanks Buzz.”

“And Leon. That damned Irishman will go anywhere for a free meal. You know what he’s like. Feed him and he’s yours.”

And didn’t they all know it? Where there was fine food, Leon would be in his element.

“Any idea when you’re coming back, Adam?”

“Don’t tell me you miss my ugly face, Buzz.” Funny enough, Adam missed his teammates but not the game. That alone was a revelation to him. Perhaps it was his subconscious preparing him for the worst. He brushed off the doom and gloom.

“Yeah, I do. Place ain’t the same without you hanging around. Was thinking of coming out to visit this hometown of yours. City is kind of wearing thin. I’m feeling closed in, antsy like. Getting kind of jaded, know what I mean?”

Oh did he know alright. “Yeah, I know exactly what you mean. I’m wondering if now would be a good time to retire. Please don’t say anything yet to anyone. I haven’t quite made up my mind but with my dad’s health being what it is.”

“I get that, man. You gotta look after number one and that’s you. You’ve been in this game for long enough. Might be time to lead a normal life.” A tinge of wistfulness colored Buzz’s voice. “You’ve got enough money tucked away, wise investments. Give your body a rest and join the real world.” Buzz was nothing if not down-to-earth.

“You make it sound so easy.”

“It is. Nothing complicated about it. Make a decision and stick to it.” A soft chuckle broke the tension-filled conversation. “Bet your old coach would love to see you back. You’ve got a lot to give, Adam. Those kids would be lucky to have you hanging around.”

“Thanks. Talking to you, well, I’ve made up my mind. I’m going to retire. And I’m going to make it up to those kids.”

“Sorry I can’t help you out. You know I would if I could.”

“I know. And if you do make it to Cherry Lake, you can stay with me. I’d love to show you around the town.”

“Do I hear the sound of romance in the air, Adam? About time you got a down-to-earth hometown girl.” Buzz chuckled again.

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