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Masculine fingers loop around the hem of my shirt, knotting the fabric and drawing me in sharply against his chest. “I can think of at least three off the cuff.”

“So sure of yourself, are you?”

“Always.” A small pause as we leave the scene of the crime. “You gonna tell me why your ringtone isBlue?”

I flash him a small grin. “Oh, that’s just for Adam. Isn’t he a cranky old bastard? Not that he’sold, obviously, but you know what I mean. He’s just a little—dare I say it—blueat heart.”

“Surprisin’ me once again, Coach. I like it.” Dark, masculine laughter echoes off the lockered walls. “Have you picked out a ringtone for me?”

“Wouldn’t you like to know.”

“Give me a clue.”

“Call me and find out for yourself.”

Moments later,Bad Companyfrom Five Finger Death Punch erupts from my butt pocket, and I laugh. I laugh so hard that I barely hear Dominic grumble “Low blow” from behind me, and I laugh so hard that my sides hurt and my cheeks pinch and I feelgood.

Crazy what an insanely good kiss from a hot guy can do for your mood.

And Dominic’s kiss? It was . . . magic. Dark and erotic and raw but magic all the same.

I’ve never had one like it—and though I’m loathe to admit it, something tells me I’ll never have one like it again.

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Celebrity Tea Presents:

Put A Ring On It Contestant Dominic DaSilva Pops Up in Maine! Why We Believe He’s Nursing a Broken Heart

Well, well, well, Dear Reader, how much can really change in a week’s time, you ask? In the world of reality TV, the answer iseverything.We last left off with ex-NFL player Dominic DaSilva getting fired from his job. (Ensue pitiful crying soundtrack). Based on a new article I discovered online last night . . . it seems Savannah Rose’s heartbroken contestant is now living in Maine.

Yes, I said it. Maine.

The land of Red Lobster, quaint seaside towns, and rabid Red Sox fans.

Deegan Homer, a reporter for theNew England Sports Advocate, had the luxury of interviewing DaSilva. In his words, the infamous former NFL tight end was, “Uncomfortable with the questions I asked, which were nothing out of the ordinary.” At another point in the article, Homer describes DaSilva as, “tight-lipped and woefully distracted. He continued to allow Levi, the head coach of the London High Wildcats, to smooth over his rough answers and awkward transitions.”

Now, Dear Reader, you might be thinking . . . Maybe DaSilva just had a bad day. We all have them—me less often than most, I must admit. (#HumbleBrag)

But I’m keen to argue against the whole “bad day” theory.

A source close to Savannah Rose recently revealed that, after word spread of DaSilva being dumped on proposal day, he then tracked down Savannah to win her back. Word is, of course, that she rejected his offer.

If I were in his position—thank God, I’m not—Maine would also look incredibly enticing.

Which brings us to my point exactly: despite some bad and reckless behavior on the show, DaSilva has always maintained a charming, devil-may-care air. He smiles and flirts and, Dear Reader, every time he lifts his shirt I once again find my reason for breathing.

Tight-lipped. Woefully distracted. Uncomfortable with the spotlight.

This isn’t the Dominic DaSilva we’ve grown to love and adore over the last six weeks thatPut A Ring On Ithas aired on TV.

So, I say to you, why else would DaSilva flee the state, if not to give his heart time to heal from Savannah’s stinging rejection?

As always, Dear Reader, I’ll be back next week with all the tea. Have an opinion about this whole dilemma? Drop it in the comments. Do you live in Maine and want to stalk the little town of London for the good of the cause? Drop me a line via email. Celebrity stalking is a joint effort, my friends, and when the celebrity involved is caught in a scandal . . . Well, you know what they say.

I’ll sleep when I’m dead.

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