Twisted Deeds (Hellions of Hade Harbor #3)

by Mila Kane

“Good evening, princess, I suppose you’re getting ready for the big game?” The big game? “The Hellions’ first game back this semester,” he clarified. Shit. Of course, if my boyfriend was a bigshot hockey player, I should probably go to his games sometimes, even if he wasn’t officially playing yet. “Yeah, I’m getting ready,” I lied, glancing at myself in the mirror. Maybe I should go. “Have fun. I’ve been thinking, remembering that article about Asher that I read…He’s warming the bench thanks to those damn transfer rules. He barely played in Denver, it’s ridiculous. Should your old man see what can be done about that?” I sank down at my desk. “What do you mean?” “I mean, I know a few fellas who work in the federation, and I’m sure I could put in a good word. These rules are bent all the time if you know the right people. If I’m going to meet this boy who claims to be good enough to date you, I want to see what he’s like, on and off the ice.” “That’s really considerate of you…if it’s no trouble.” “For you, pumpkin, anything. I’ll make a few calls. Don’t forget to organize the dinner,” he reminded me. “I won’t.” After I hung up, I turned over what he’d said in my mind. Maybe he could get Asher off his no-play ban faster. That would be amazing. Surely Asher would appreciate it and do whatever I asked him to? Yes, I was sure he would. I couldn’t let up. I was going to win this game with a hell of a trump card. Selena came in as I was getting dressed. “Whoa, where are we going?”...