Bradley's POVI adjusted the thick white tape around the handle of my stick, pulling it tight before snapping it off with a tug. The locker room was quiet, most of the guys already out on the ice stretching for the evening skate. We had a rivalry match coming up against Chicago in two days, and as captain, I needed my head in the game. I couldn't afford a single distraction.Then my phone vibrated against the wooden bench next to me.I picked it up, seeing Rachelle’s name flash across the screen. I sighed, sliding my thumb across the glass to answer. "Hey, Rach. I'm just getting ready to head out for practice. Is everything okay?""No, it's not," Rachelle sobbed instantly, her voice sounding high, breathless, and frayed. "Brad, I went back to the hospital clinic this morning to pick up my prescription, and Tabitha was there with her friend. She cornered me in the lobby, Bradley. She caused this horrible scene in front of everyone, shouting at me and telling me I didn't belong near you
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