On the Ice (Stick Side, #1)

by Amy Aislin

“Mr. Greyson,” he said. “You are not the only one wishing to speak with Mr. Dean.” Mitch glanced around and his eyes went big at the line of students behind him waiting to talk to Alex. Alex bit back a sigh. His line was longer than the other panelists’. He sent a mental apology to his friends waiting for him at the pizza place in town, even as the phone in his pocket buzzed again. “Should you wish for an autograph from Mr. Dean,” Halley continued, “the request needs to be made on your own time.” “Autograph?” Mitch repeated. “Why would I want his autograph?” Alex choked back a laugh. It was refreshing to talk to someone who didn’t give a shit about his pseudo-celebrity status. “We were discussing career paths, actually,” Alex said, coming to Mitch’s defense. It was becoming clear that Halley had it in for Mitch for some reason. “Is that so?” “Yes, sir.” Mitch stood silently, his arms crossed, an annoyed gaze on Halley. “Don’t take up too much of Mr. Dean’s time please, Mr. Greyson.” Halley gestured at the cluster of students behind Mitch. “There are others waiting to speak with him.” As Halley walked away, Mitch eyed the line over his shoulder before turning back to Alex. “Bet they’re all wanting an autograph,” he muttered.