Page 27 of Hockey Boy
We don’t.
I’m not a playboy, and I never could be. I’m a one-woman man. Namely, Lennox’s man. But allowing them to believe that nonsense is easier than explaining the unexplainable. That I have no fucking clue why Lennox broke my heart, and I’m too scared to ask her.
Brooks rolls his eyes. He, more than anyone, knows I did not do the breaking up, but he’d never spill that secret. He’s a gentle giant who is always the most intuitive person in the room.
Apparently, my feelings aren’t the only ones he’s considering, though, because his next words have the blood in my veins running cold. “Sara hasn’t asked me point-blank about your feelings for Lennox or the wedding, but when she does, I won’t lie. So what the hell is your plan?”
“I just need a few more days,” I grumble.
A few more days with Lennox. Hanging out, reminding her of the past, reminding her that she once loved me. At least I think she did. I know I loved her.
Love her.
Fuck. I’m so screwed.
“And then what?” Daniel asks.
My brother smirks. “Yeah, then what?”
I roll my eyes. “Cocky doesn’t look good on you.”
A dark chuckle rumbles out of Brooks. “Just tell her soon.”
“The Kingstons wanta big band for their wedding. From the research I’ve done, it looks like Seven is the next “it” band. Do any of you have a connection that can get us in contact with them? I know it’s last minute…”
I don’t look away from Serena as she lays out what is an almost impossible task, but I can feel the scrutiny of every person sitting at the table.
Seven shot to stardom after they played at a birthday party for Melina Rodriguez—Lake Paige’s best friend and fellow pop star.
It’s rumored that both Kennedy Records and Hall Records are trying to sign them, but the band leader isn’t interested in “selling out.”
If I was at all involved with my family business, I might have some insight, but seeing as how I’m avoiding phone calls from my father and my cousin, I’ve got no idea where they stand with Seven.
Even so, I say, “I’ll see what I can do.”
Every head nods, as if the whole team expected that response from me. My chest grows tight. Dammit, maybe they really did hire me for my connections. If that’s the case, then I won’t be worth much. My entire life, I’ve been valuable only because of my name, connections, and what I can provide.
Though I could ask Millie to help, since her father owns Hall Records, I’d rather try on my own
“How is the Langfield wedding coming along?” Serena asks.
Once again, all eyes land on me, and a bead of sweat runs down my spine.
“They’ve decided on the Seaport Hotel for the reception. We’re working through the rest of the details this week and should have them solidified by Saturday.”
She nods once and closes her binder. Just as I let out a breath, relieved that the meeting is over, she looks up at me. “Let me know when you have the number for Seven.”
Lips pressed together, I nod. Come hell or high water, I need to get her that contact.
“Let’s get the chiffon one,” Millie says, pointing to the computer screen in front of us.
“Yes, definitely chiffon,” Ava agrees.
I hitadd to cartand then type in the next item on our list. “Edible glitter.”
Ava scrunches her nose. “That seems messy.”
With a giggle, Millie bounces Vivi on her knee. “Kids are messy, Ave. Besides, the party is outdoors, and Josie deserves all the sparkle.”