Royally Pucked (Thin Ice Book 8) by Charity Parkerson

Author:Charity Parkerson [Parkerson, Charity]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Punk & Sissy Publications
Published: 2024-08-05T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter Five

Matt looked intense as he skated at top speed across the ice. He kept up with the puck, sending it sailing several times for speed tests. Coach Levy rocked back on his heels each time. Slater didn’t know if that was a good thing. Matt was sexy as fuck, though. Slater never realized how hot he would find Matt’s determination. This game obviously mattered to him.

“He looks great. It doesn’t seem as if he’s lost any speed or accuracy in the past few years.”

Tanner did his bit to hype up Matt. “Not only that, but he’s been pro. Minors might feel slow as hell to him. He’ll crush the competition.”

Levy nodded without looking away from Matt. “That’s true, but can we afford him?”

Slater and Tanner exchanged a look. Tanner smiled. “Of course. I wouldn’t have wasted your time if the money wasn’t behind him.”

Levy nodded some more. “All right. I can make room for him.” He blew his whistle and waved Matt to the wall.

Matt skated their way, staying expressionless. It hurt Slater’s chest he obviously didn’t believe he would get picked up again. Being released had shaken his confidence. Slater wanted to rebuild him. Matt slid to a stop. Slater practically felt Matt struggling not to look his way.

“We play in Phoenix this Saturday. Be here Thursday at noon for practice. Have your stuff ready to fly out by Friday night.”

Matt gave him a sharp nod, staying professional. “Yes, Coach.”

Levy walked away, having done his part.

Matt still kept himself on lockdown. His gaze moved to Tanner. “Thank you for believing in me.”

Tanner nodded. “Call your damn brother.” Without waiting for an agreement, Tanner shook Slater’s hand and followed Levy.

As soon as they were alone, Matt finally focused on Slater. A huge smile exploded across his face. “Holy shit. They really want me.”

“Of course they do. They’d be fools to pass on someone as smashing as you.” Matt’s happiness was contagious. Slater couldn’t stop smiling. “We should celebrate. How can I help you mark the occasion?”

Matt’s smile slipped. “We won’t see each other often now.”

Slater’s forehead furrowed. “Why?”

“My schedule will be grueling. I’ll have to travel a lot.”

With his hands in his pockets, Slater leaned over the wall, getting closer. “Lucky thing you’re dating someone who can afford to join you on your travels.”

Matt’s eyebrows rose. “Do you really intend to follow the team?”

Slater shrugged. “As much as my schedule allows. When I can’t, I’ll know you’re coming home to me. It’s my bed you’ll be filling.” As he said the words, Slater realized they hadn’t set boundaries for their relationship. He wouldn’t let Matt guess at his thoughts. Slater definitely possessed hard lines he couldn’t handle if crossed. “You do realize it’s only my bed you’ll be warming from now on, right? I don’t share. Speak now if you don’t want this because I’m jealous as hell.”

Matt had started smiling when Slater said he would follow the team. He hadn’t stopped. “I’m aware, but I expect the same energy from you.

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