Chapter 41

Gwen drove Steve to school after the interview was concluded and walked with him to the players’ bus. Kate had ridden with them and was watching as Gwen stopped Steve before he boarded the bus. She pulled his face down to hers and kissed him long and hard on his lips as the other players cheered and whistled.

“I can’t stay mad at you, Steve,” whispered Gwen. “When I thought you might die, I realized that I was being foolish by treating you so poorly. I hope that kiss keeps those big breasted cheerleaders away until tomorrow. I’ll be there cheering for you on every play. Just be careful. I worry about those cuts.”

Steve grinned and rubbed Gwen’s nose with his. “I never noticed any cheerleaders, Gwen. Where are they? All I can see is you. I’ll never do anything to hurt you, Gwen. Trust me on that. See you tomorrow!”

“Where’s my sister? What’ve you done with her?” demanded Kate as she joined Gwen. “A couple months ago you were the girl that didn’t date. You weren’t ev