All Chapters of Heated Rivalry: Passion On Ice : Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

Samantha’s pov.Dad took me personally to the school himself when it was time, We've already gone through everything together.Hell, I even had to cut my hair to complete the look.I got everything I needed, his ID card and even his phone. Dad didn't want anything to be out of place.I looked out through the window of the car and it felt so strange to be there.Dad tugged at my arm, drawing my attention back to him.“Remember, the fate of the Donovan name rests on your shoulders, don't fuck this up.”I was so excited during the journey, but right now, I don't even think I can pull this off.As I stared at the passing students through the rearview mirror, my throat felt patched.My neck turned so I was looking dad straight in the face“It's been six years since I last played hockey.”“Don't even think about it Samantha, this is your chance to prove you belong on that rink.”His voice was sharp, I swallowed every sentence about to come out of my throat‘take deep breaths Samantha, you

Samantha's pov.This is it, finally I am going to play, I was already having the jitters.Adrian didn't spare me a glance when he entered the rink.Maybe he's still pissed that I wore his vest.It was time to go onto the rink and I tightened the hockey stick like my life depended on it.“Donovan!” The coach yelled from the sideline.I skated over to him smoothly.Whew, I still knew how to use these, Impressive.“Yes coach.” I breathed in excitement when I got to his side.“You'd have to sit out the training for most of this season.”The joy in my heart fell to the pit of my stomach.“What, why?”The coach's eyes clouded“What do you mean by why? Do I need to replay the video of how you embarrassed the team during the last game?”Spittles from his mouth stung my face.I get why he doesn't want me to play, but it's not enough.“Please coach, I promise to give my best shot. I've become better.”“No means no, Donovan, the only reason you are still on this team is because of who your fathe

Samantha's POV. Everyone in the locker room burst into wild and uncontrollable laughter.Everyone except Adrian.They must think that I have lost my mind for coming up with such a bet, and yes, I freaking was out of my mind.I held my breath longer than it took Adrian to answer.The teammates' laughter died down after a minute. I wasn't the only one anxious to hear Adrian's reply.Adrian drew in a long breath, hitched his shoulder and cocked his head.“No.”“What? You can't back out of a challenge.”He was about to leave, so I quickly blocked him from walking away.“Don't tell me the big bad Adrian Volkov is too chicken to compete with me.” He let out a sad scoff.“I only accept real challenges, not one from a wimp like you.”That shook more laughter from the guys aroundThis encounter was my one chance to prove myself and let them stop treating me like some pushover.I can't let it slip “Come on, Adrian, take him on. It'll be fun.” Jimmy encouragedAdrian only cast him a sideways

Samantha's pov.I was literally about to loose my shit, standing there with the towel wrapped tight on my chest was not a cool look.Why was Adrian in the room by this time?This guy would definitely crack my last nerve.I took the pain of finding out his daily schedule for my own peace.He was not supposed to be anywhere near the hostel, not today, if I am sure.Gosh, it's like a minefield with him around.He snapped his fingers to remind me of his presence.“Tick tock, Donovan. Which would it be?”I swallowed hard, my mind began to reel fast, almost out of options.Then, I straightened my back, with a dead ass expression I told him.“Fine, go and call McLaren, there's no one here to begin with.”His eyes darted from my body to the wardrobe.“Or, I can open the wardrobe myself.”He rushed towards the wardrobe, arms outstretched.I saw that coming seconds ago, and dashed right in front of him.My back slammed into the wood painfully while Adrian pressed against me.It was a quick move

Samantha's pov.The echoes of their laughter followed me as I ran out in shame.I didn't do anything to Adrian, why would he choose to humiliate me like that.Going back to the dorm was not an option right now, the main door would be locked.I still ask myself if this was what Samuel suffered all these years and he never breathed a word about it.My mind was still reeling on what to do when someone barked my name from the hallway.“Samuel Donovan, this is class hours, you aren't supposed to be loitering.”It was the principal of the school, it was my first time accosting him and I knew who he was because of the name tag.His eyes narrowed as he took in my figure backed to the wall.“What are you doing outside? It's too early in the semester for detention. Don't you think so?”“My pants are ripped sir, I need to go back to the dorm for a change.”He widened his nostrils, as if that was what he used to think.“I swear, I wasn't trying to ditch class or anything, it's all Adrian Volkov's