Chapter 37

“Coach, I’ll let Doc Masters know that you want to see her. Be ready to be convinced,” promised Gwen. “She’s very capable and extremely persuasive. You’ll see.”

Charlotte and Billy had stayed in the background until Gwen had assured everyone that she and Steve would be fine, and the crowd began to leave. Gwen turned away from Coach Watkins and hurried over to greet her friends.

“Billy! I’m so grateful you were there to get Steve out of the water! I know how strong you are and how you still struggled to do it. I would never have made it without you. Thanks for being there when we needed you,” stated Gwen with a great deal of emotion as she wrapped her arms around Billy and hugged him as hard as she could. “Charlotte, this is one great guy! Treat him right.”

“You’ve embarrassed him, Gwen. Look at him blush! He sure did come through, didn’t he?” agreed Charlotte as she handed Steve’s clothes to Gwen. “Billy and I are going to go get something to eat, but we’ll talk to