Summer

My God is better than yours
And the walls of my house are so thick
I hear nothing at all

I followed you out in the storm
But it carried you off
And I burned every picture of yours
Was that not enough?

My gun is bigger than yours
So let's arm the masses
And see what the bastards do then

Walking tall once set us apart
Now we're down on all fours
Do you cry my name in the dark
Like I do yours?

These storms are getting stronger now
Trusses all bend and sway
Lightning hits, the power goes out in the fray

As the waves crash high
And the shoreline disappears
I will scream to the sky
"Hey, people live here."

-People Live Here (Rise Against)



"Hey Rei," Sam giggled hugging her boyfriend.
It had been a month since they became official. Things were going great. She was lucky to have her own things to do when he was away, so she was too distracted to miss him. While he was away she was busy prepping for the playoffs. She spent hours in the gym working out every week and went for jogs every morning.

Being a freshman she obviously had no college playoff experience. So she was nervous.
Reilly was a great support system for her though. He came to her games whenever he could, and always praised her for doing so well.
"Relax, you'll do fine. There's a reason youre in the playoffs," he would tell her whenever shed start to freak out.

This time it was her turn to support him. Tonight was the first game between the Detroit Redwings and it was at the Garden. That meant he'd be playing his older brother and Redwings Defensemen, Brendan. His parents were going to be there too and he was a little nervous. She just wanted to give him a little more reassurance because she always wanted him to play his best on the ice.

"Hi," He grinned resting his chin on top of her head, "How are you?"
"I'm good," She mumbled into his chest, "really good actually,"
"Whys that?" He asked
she looked up at him, "I spent the day with my mom at her apartment, she's coming tonight with her boyfriend Spencer. She's so excited to actually see Marc play in person,"
He chuckled, "Speaking of parents and family....I want you to meet mine tonight,"

"They'll hate me," She whined
He rose his eyebrows, "No they won't,"
"Yes they will, I can see it now." She frowned
He cupped her cheek, "They'll love you, I promise,"
She nodded slowly, "Okay,"
"Good," He kissed her, "Now c'mon, lets go see the guys,"

She nodded and followed him through the exclusive area of the garden that she got to know so well over the years. The walls were painted with inspirational quotes and pictures of past players. She was still waiting for the day she'd see the 2011 team painted up there with the cup.
When they entered the room there was a singing contest going on between Milan and Torey. Milan was winning surprisingly.

"C'mon sing with me," Milan spun Sammy around, "I love that dirty water..."
"Boston youre my home!" She giggled
"Thats not fair! No duets allowed!" Torey whined
"You wouldnt win anyway," Brad snickered
"Be quiet over there, midget," Torey waved off
"You should talk," Brad whacked him, "I'm taller than you,"
"You wish,"
"You're both midgets now get over it," Zee scolded
"King Zee layin down the law," Sammy snickered highfiving him.
Torey and Brad continued making faces at eachother like the children they were.

Sammy chilled at Reilly's stall, taking selfies on his phone.
"That one's a definite keeper," He chuckled as he watched her take them.
"Aw thanks babe, youre so sweet," She snickered blowing him a kiss.
He rolled his eyes playfully at her, "Youre such a weirdo,"
"But i'm your weirdo!"

Horrible singing and dancing continued for another hour or so.
"Okay guys, time to go head out on the ice," Claude said
They all got up and started hitting eachother and chest bumping. It was the most pathetic example of masculinity Sammy had ever seen that she started to laugh.
"You guys seriously need to come up with some other pre game thing cause thats not working," She coughed, trying not to laugh anymore.

"I'll see you out there," Reilly smirked hugging her.
"Have fun and play well," She kissed his cheek.
"I will," He nodded.
She highfived the rest and went to the stands.

Her mom had texted her 5 minutes earlier saying that she and Spencer had arrived at the game and were in their seats. Sammy found them and walked over.
"You look cute," Her mom complimented, "Is that Reilly's jersey?"
Sam nodded, "yeah,"

Lena giggled for a moment before she remembered Spencer, "Oh and Sam, this is my boyfriend Spencer,"
Sammy stuck out her hand, "Nice to meet you,"
"Nice to meet you too," The man grinned, "I've heard a lot about you,"
Spencer was actually pretty attractive for a 40- something year old man. He had light brown hair and blue eyes. He wasnt too tall, but it's not like he was Brad or Torey's height.
"He was my sponsor when I was in rehab," Lena smiled, "The reason why I'm here with you guys today."
Sam smiled, "Thank you sir,"
"Call me Spencer," He grinned warmly.

~*~

"I can't do this Reilly," Sammy squeaked
He responded by picking her up and carrying her down the hallway while she tried to get free. He was laughing while doing so. Then they got to the door. He placed her down infront of himself so she couldnt run away. She looked up at him like hed just betrayed her or killed her puppy.
"You'll be fine," He assured squeezing her hand reassuringly.
He knocked on the door, and within seconds it was opened by a petite woman with brown hair and glasses. Sam guessed that it was his mother. She had a huge smile on her face.

"Reilly!" She giggled.
"Hi mom," Reilly grinned hugging her.
Sam stood a little off to the side, not wanting to intrude or anything.
"Oh and this must be Sam," She smiled, her eyes flickering over from Reilly.
Sam nodded, smiling even though inside she was nervous as hell.
"Call me Deirdre," She hugged Sam, "It's so nice to finally meet you, we've heard lots of good things about you,"

Sam blushed, her eyes peeking up at Reilly who had an "i told you so" smirk on his face.
"Where are Rory and Dad?" Reilly asked
There was a crash in the hallway. Reilly immediately rolled his eyes.
"I think I know the answer now," He muttered turning and looking out into the hallway.
"Hey lil bro!" Someone called
Rory, Sammy figured, appeared and did that broshake thing with Reilly, "How are you?"
"I'm good Rory," Reilly smiled
"Aye dont forget me!" Someone else called

Brendan appeared and joined the family reunion.
When it was finished they all turned and saw Sam.
Rory was smirking over at his little brother while Brendan cordially introduced himself.
"Brendan Smith at your service," He stuck out his hand, "I'm the favorite child,"
"Oh stop it," Deirdre whacked him, "You were the most trouble,"
Rory and Reilly were laughing. Sammy was smiling and biting her lip at how cute this was.
"Im Rory," Rory grinned, "I'm the boss around here,"
"Yeah you wish," Reilly's father snickered entering as well, "Don't listen to these two, theyre nothing but trouble,"
Sammy giggled and nodded, "Okay,"

Notes

okay so I now i havent been updating but thats because my keyboard broke, so i had to wait a week for them to ship me a new one. and now I have it! I hope you all still love me, and this story because i have so much stuff planned for 2 chapters from now. thats when stuff will unravel i promise!!!!

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