Nigel’s Reputation Precedes Him. The following excerpt is from the book, Square to the Puck, written by J.J. Mulder.
“Hey, Corwin. Can I ask you something?” I nod, mouth full of salad. “Why does Lawson look at me like I kicked his puppy?” This startles a laugh out of me, and Nigel’s eyes light up in response “Well, he doesn’t like you very much,” I admit, and laugh again when he looks crestfallen. “Why?” “I mean…you’re kind of a dick.” (Swipe to next slide to read the rest of the excerpt.)
He leans back in his chair and crosses his arms over his broad chest, considering this. “Offended,” he announces, and another peal of laughter escapes me. He beams, not looking the slightest bit offended. “On the ice, I mean. The way you talk shit and…showboat…it sort of drives him nuts.” “Well, that’s kind of the point. Piss the other team off enough that they make stupid mistakes.” He shrugs. “I’ll have to win him over. He seems like a good guy.” “He’s the best,” I say confidently.
🌈📚 Square to the Puck by @jjmulder.bsky.social
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Vibes:
Hockey romance
Former rivals
Teammates
Virgin MC
Age gap
Hidden relationship
Second chance
Found family
Unsupportive family
Cooking as a love language
Caretaking
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