Page 139 of What If I See You

“Meh. I’ll just hand him one of your teeth and tell him it was all me.”

Dex laughs harder and then rubs his chin between his thumb and forefinger. “Hmm, would Tate like that better in the bedroom or no?”

“Nah,” I say, butting into their conversation. “We girls like a little nibble action.”

“Shit I’m sorry, Layken,” Griffin says palming his forehead. “Dex, this is my wife, Layken. Layken, Dex Foster.”

“Oh, I’m well aware who Dex Foster is,” I say, reaching out my hand to shake his. “Plus, we were introduced last year at the Children’s Art Auction.”

“Indeed, we were.” He nods. “So, then you know I’m a hugger not a shaker.” He opens his arms and gives me great big hug. “It’s a pleasure to meet you again, Layken. I’ve already started reading your book.”

I freeze in Dex’s arms. “Wait, what?”

“Yeah. Charlee Landric knew all about it. She gave copies to all of us. Milo was eating it up.” He leans in and whispers, “Chapter twelve?” He kisses the tips of his fingers in a chef’s kiss gesture. “Perfection.”

Feeling the blush creep onto my cheeks, I smile. “Well, I’m glad you like it.”

He waves his finger at me, his eyes narrowed. “I have a feeling we’re going to hear big things about you, Layken Hobbs Ollenberg.”

Dex nudges Griffin. “I’ve got to stop into the daycare and check on the kids before the game. Summer always gives me a good-luck kiss. I’ll catch you guys later?”

“For sure.” Griffin nods.

I wave as he walks past us and continues down the hall. “It was great to see you, Dex.”

“Right back at ya pretty lady!”

We continue down the hall toward the Stars’ locker room and I am suddenly giddy. “Oh, my God, Griffin, did you hear him? They’re reading my book! Like, the whole fucking team!”

Griffin lifts me up and swings me around. “Fucking right they are. I told you big things were going to happen for you.”

“I love you, Griffin.”

“I love you too, Naughty. And I can’t wait to spend every night from now until eternity showing you just how much.”

“Layken! Griffin!” Marlee steps out of one of the rooms as we approach happy to see us both. “I was just looking for you guys!” Her smile fades momentarily. “How’s Gage?”

“He’s good, thanks,” Griffin answers positively. “Should make a full recovery.”

“Amazing news! Really, that’s so great.” She beams and then shakes her head like she’s clearing the clutter from her brain. “Anyway, the reason I was looking for you. Actually, it’s Layken I was looking for, but I figured you would want to hear this too, Griffin since you guys are…you know, married and all that.”

“What can I help you with?” I ask her, wondering why on earth she would be looking for me.

“Well, your charming husband had this idea that I absolutely loved so I took it the organization and they are totally on board if you are.”

I frown, shaking my head in confusion. “On board with what?”

“Oh.” Marlee glances at Griffin curiously. “You didn’t tell her?”

“Hell no,” Griffin answers adamantly. “I wasn’t about to do that and have it not work out.”

“What are we talking about, exactly? What’s not working out?”

Marlee grins at Griffin and winks and then turns to me. “Layken, how would you like a job working for the Anaheim Stars Franchise?”

Wait.

What?

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