Intrigue

Fourteen interviews later, we had found our nanny. Even though Brent’s mom and dad were going to relocate, I still felt better having someone I could rely on as well. Her name was Amanda and she was 32, widowed, and had no children.

She had a degree in education and was ok with any hours we gave her which helped tremendously. We introduced her to Madison and the baby seemed to really take to her quickly. She held her hand and they walked around the apartment together, Madi showing her all the toys around. It was rather cute.

Brent had a game scheduled for the next night so we asked Amanda to watch Madison so I could attend. She agreed and left. Brent sighed. “I am so glad that is over with, although I will feel even better when Mom and Dad are here for good. It looks like they will be down permanently at the start of the next season though. I can’t believe there is only two weeks left in the regular season.” He looked suddenly worried, as if he realized what he said.

I laughed. “Brent, all I know is the razor doesn’t go away until the playoffs actually start.”

He smiled. “Nope, I’m done shaving babe. I can’t start late. I’ll look like a rookie.”

I shuddered. “But you are so itchy with it hun.” He grinned and I knew I was not winning this one.

Two hours later I was making dinner when I heard the doorbell ring and the loud voice of my soon to be brother-in-law. “Honey I am home. Where is my beautiful niece?” he asked. She came out of her room and right into his arms. “Wow Alexa she is really getting around huh.”

I just grinned at my little princess, walking around smiling. “Yeah, her birthday is in two days. She is picking up words quicker now. She knows mom, dad, pop, stop, no, cat, dunc, jon, pat and key for you. They come out pretty clear. I have a picture book that she learns with I made her.”

He sat down at the breakfast bar and I slid him a beer. “So where is my brother?” I gave him a look. “Next door, didn’t you hear all of the commotion. Some kind of Xbox tourney.

He pulled me by the arm, “come on, let’s go crash it.”

We walked next door and Keith barged through the door. “Lil Seabs, how is the ankle holding up?” Duncan asked while throwing him a beer. Keith was done for the remainder of the season with torn ligaments. He was getting around ok but from what Brent had told me he was really in pain.

Madi went right over to Jon and interrupted his game clamoring for attention. She was good at that. She adored him and he was the same with her. I went back across the hall to finish up dinner. I made enough for an army which was usually required. I fed Duncan all the time. We sat down and had one big dinner, it was nice to be able to cook. Being at home more gave me the time to do all of this.

“Yo Dunc, you need to hire a nanny for yourself. You should see some of these chicks.” Brent yelled across the table. I threw a piece of bread in his direction and he smiled.

“I couldn’t hire any of the hot ones, boss’s orders over here.” Everyone cracked up.

“We can’t help it if you are whipped.” Kaner said loudly.

“When it is as good as hers, I’m saying, no need to leave.” Everyone laughed. “Umm hello, I am sitting here.” I said and Duncan threw his arm around me, “hey baby” he whispered into my ear.

Not long after, everyone but Keith left and we all went to sleep. The next day was busy. I was so grateful when Amanda came at four o’clock. Keith had already left for the arena and I was behind, cleaning up from lunch and playtime and all that fun stuff.

I jumped in the shower once Amanda came and headed out the door, meeting Keith by the ice during the pre-game warm-ups. I noticed Ava was at the game again and introduced Keith to her. We made our way up to the seats once Brent had skated by. The game was hectic and they ended up losing 4-2. Everyone was frustrated coming out of the locker room. They needed the wins more than ever. They were in danger in losing the eight seed at this point and every point counted. Everyone had pretty much left and headed for home. Jon came out, “ He is beating himself up about it. He is the only one left in there. Go in and get him. He won’t listen to me.” I walked towards the locker room and noticed he was still sitting in his stall, red faced and annoyed.

“Come on baby, get dressed, let’s go home.” He looked up at me and frowned.

“Cannot believe the way this season is going. Two of those goals were while I was on the ice. I don’t know what the hell is happening.” He was still sitting, towel wrapped around him, fresh from the shower. Being the woman I am, I couldn’t help but check him out. He was so cute when he was mad and just downright sexy when he was dripping wet from the shower.

“Are you seriously thinking what I think you are thinking?” he asked and I grinned. “I’ve had the most horrible game of my career…” he started to babble on and I caught him in a kiss, roughly tugging his lip with my teeth. He kissed me back roughly and pushed me back up against the wall, ripping my shirt open, scattering buttons everywhere. His mouth roughly ran over my collarbone as he nipped at it, drawing a shiver from my body. It didn’t take him very long to remove the rest of my clothing flinging it around until he had me completely undressed.

He picked me up and carried me to the training room, lowering us on to one of the tables. He shoved himself inside of me roughly, biting my neck as he stifled a groan. The entire act was rough and lustful. He laid on top of me panting, trying to catch his breath, my body still shaking beneath him when the door opened.

Jon and Ava stood in the doorway, Jon smirking at Brent and I. We got dressed quickly and cleaned the table. We walked outside and Jon and Ava were sitting on the hood of the car. Brent walked up to Jon. “So great minds think alike, eh? “ Jon said and I just threw Ava a glance.

“I cleaned the table bro, all yours.” Brent said and Jon just laughed.

“Nah we heard you two when we were sneaking out. You may not want to eat in the conference room. I am giving your fair warning” Jon said and walked away smiling.

“Let’s go home babe.” Brent said softly into my ear.

Notes

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