Off the Ice (The Penalty Kill Trilogy) (Volume 2) Read Online Free PDF Page B

be us four, Levi and Marley.”
    “ What? Why subject Levi and Marley to our family problems?”
    “ For one reason, Levi is part of your life and I would like to get to know him better. Plus, Marley is tutoring Trevor and she’s been your friend since you were a child. I thought it would be nice.”
    “ I’m sure Levi and Marley have plans-”
    My mother cuts me off. “No, they don’t. Trevor took care of that since you were too lazy to call me last night.”
    Again, I roll my eyes. What’s the point of even having a conversation? “Fine. What time?”
    “ Six and we’re going to the Royal, so please none of that dumb hockey crap that you wear.”
    I have the urge to wear daisy duke shorts and a Sidney Crosby jersey tonight, but I know better. She hangs up before anything else is said. I’m so glad that I only have afternoon classes today, because today is going to suck. My phone rings and I see Levi’s stunning smile on the display.
    “Well, how’s your morning going, Smarty?”
    I just groan.
    “Yeah, I figured that. Trevor called me.”
    I groan again and flop back on the bed.
    “It’ll be okay, Smarty. I’ll be there around five-thirty to get you, okay?”
    “ Well, fuck.”
    Levi busts out laughing. “You know you’re pretty badass when you say that.”
    “See you tonight.”
    “ Love you.”
    “ Love you.”
     
    ~ ~ ~
     
    My classes sucked. My lunch sucked, and everything in between sucked. I’m not looking forward to tonight. Marley is here, and we’re getting ready. I pick out a lavender, flowing, thigh high dress. I know it’s a little short for Mom’s taste, but that is my rebellion. I slip on matching colored high heels and slip back into the bathroom to touch up my makeup. I decide to put my hair up in a high bun. Levi loves my neck.
    “ So, do you know why your parents wanted me to come?” Marley’s in a black A-line mini dress and it has a black chiffon overlay. She’s wearing the brightest pink shoes with flawless makeup and hair.
    “ They feel you’re part of the family. Welcome,” I say sarcastically. Marley laughs then gets a serious look.
    “ Um, not that you don’t look hot, but are you going to cover that?” She points to my shoulder, and I look into the mirror to see a faded bite mark on my shoulder. 
    “ It’s not that bad. If they ask, I’ll tell them I was attacked by an animal.”
    Marley scoffs. “An animal named Levi.” I can’t help but blush.
    “Girls, are you ready yet?” Trevor shouts as he opens the door.
    “ Don’t rush perfection, jerk,” Marley shouts back, and I hear Trevor laugh.
    “ Are you done?” I ask her after I finish my touch ups and she nods. We grab our purses and coats off the bed and head towards the boys.
    “ Holy shit.” Trevor’s jaw drops as he looks at us.
    “ You’re drooling there, buddy.” Levi pats his shoulder, and Trevor shoots him a dirty look. Marley and I just giggle at the boys.
    “ Smarty,” Levi whispers in my ear as he helps with my coat. “You’re stunning.” I look up at him as he kisses my lips gently.
    “ Don’t look too bad yourself, Captain Carr.” I bite my lip as I tease him back. He’s in a black suit, with a dark green shirt and matching tie.
    As we climb into Levi’s SUV, the brisk air and snow is proof that the dead of winter is upon us. The ride to the restaurant is filled with small conversation. None of us really know what to expect as we pull up at six o’clock. Levi valets the vehicle and the four of us walk in.
    I spot my parents laughing in a corner table. Laughing? That’s not right.
    “ Oh, there’s my son.” My dad stands and gives Trevor a big hug as Levi helps Marley and me with our coats. “Levi, it’s so great to see you again.” I just stand next Levi as they shake hands.
    “ Great to see you, sir,” Levi says.
    “ Presley, Marley, you both look lovely.” That’s it? No hug, no handshake, nothing. I should be used to it by now. So I just politely