Romancing the Grump (Appies, #4)

by Jenny Proctor

“Did you know Summer was working for the Appies?” Felix frowns, probably because I barked my words more than said them, sounding accusatory. I clear my throat to try again. “Sorry. Just wondering if you know anything.” “Well, yeah,” he answers like it’s a given. “Gracie and Summer have been talking about it since before Christmas. Remember on Sunday when I asked if you could help out with something?” “My sister was in town with her kids.” Felix waves his hand dismissively. “Not the point. We had enough help. But that’s what we were doing. We were helping Summer move in.” My stomach tightens. “She’s living here?” But that’s a stupid thing to ask because of course she’s living here. She’s working here. Felix props his hands on his hips, his massive form looming over me in a way that might be intimidating if it were anyone but him. At six foot five, he’s the only guy on the team who’s taller than I am, but I know him too well to find him menacing in any situation—even on the ice. He’s the goalie, so he’s not usually in a position to pick fights, but even if he wasn’t, Felix is the kind of player who relies on his brain more than his muscle. “In one of those condos that just went up next to the river,” Felix says. “That’s close to your place, isn’t it?” “Yeah. A mile or so down the road.” I lift a hand and run it across the back of my neck, which suddenly feels itchy and hot. Summer Callahan lives a mile away from me. The first time we met a few months ago, Summer was pretty f...