The NHL Captain's Fake Girlfriend
He was always active, always available, no judgment, just business and results.
“Yoo, broo.”
“What’s good, Fritz.”
“I’m cool, gee. Ain’t seen you around the block recently. Thought maybe the captain life finally swallowed you whole.”
“Been busy. You know how it is.”
“Can’t lie, can’t lie. It ain’t easy being a captain.” There was a rasp in his voice, easy and knowing. “I’ve got some premium stuff that can take the edges off. You sound rough as hell.”
“No. I’m gonna lay off those for a minute.” Weed and the rest of it could wait. My head was already too loud. “But there’s something I want from you.”