The Hockey Star’s Remorse

Chapter 57

As I parked my car in front of Linda’s small, unassuming home, a wave of uncertainty washed over me. Doubts crept into my mind, and I couldn’t help but question if I had made the right decision to come here tonight. My feelings for Timothy were becoming more complicated with each passing day, and I worried that spending time with Linda, his “lover“, would only exacerbate my internal struggle.

Taking a deep breath, I steeled myself and walked up to the front door. Before I could even knock, the door swung open, revealing Linda’s warm smile. “Evie!

“Linda!” I forced a smile.

“It’s so lovely to see you. Come on in. I just started dinner!”

Her welcoming words eased some of the tension in my chest, and I stepped inside, feeling grateful for her comforting presence. Hopefully, dinner would provide the solace I needed.

As I followed her into the cozy kitchen, the scent of a home–cooked meal enveloped me, evoking a sense of nostalgia and familiarity. The table was set with care, and the sight brought a small smile to my lips.

“Thank you for having me, Linda,” I said, trying to push aside my worries and focus on the present moment.

She smiled warmly, her eyes reflecting genuine kindness. “You’re always welcome here, Evie. Also, dinner’s almost done.”

As Linda bustled around the kitchen, I couldn’t help but take in my surroundings. Her home was cluttered but inviting, filled with trinkets and photographs. My eyes landed on one particular photo of Timothy, his arms wrapped around Duke as he faced away from the camera.

Their smiles were radiant and seeing Timothy so happy together made my heart. ache with a mix of emotions. There were several others like it with just Timothy in the image. Timothy playing hockey, going grocery shopping, or even brushing his teeth.

He was always facing away in the photos. They could’ve bene candid shots, but not one of them featured Linda. If I didn’t know any better, I’d say he didn’t even

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she was there

on the photos,

flakey chicken Wellington

it, dear. It’s

relationship, about the depth of their bond, but I was afraid to pry.

that danced on my tongue. Linda chatted animatedly about her day, about the people. she had met, and about her latest

but wonder if he ever talked about me to Linda, if he confided in her about his life. and his hopes

keep my feelings bottled up any longer. I needed to at least ask her about how things were between

I

eyes softened. “Of course, Evie. You can always talk

and Timothy met online.

a dumb fan on one of us forums. Most people don’t know this, but secretly goes on

Aria on some occasions. She was

help but notice all the photos of

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special connection. How did your relationship

with joy as she began to recount the story of how she and Timothy had met and the memories they had shared. She spoke with such passion and

him,” Linda finished, her voice tinged with

my irritation began to surface. I had hoped for some clarity, but instead, I was confronted with a vivid display of Linda’s love for Timothy. Every word she

a dreamy look in her eyes. “We’ve been through so much

nice,” I

seething. It felt like Linda was gloating about her relationship with Timothy, flaunting their connection in front of me. I didn’t want to hear

to gush about Timothy, my irritation turned to anger. I felt like an outsider in my own friendship with him. It was as if I had been living in a fantasy, believing

memories to notice my discomfort. It

any longer, I excused myself from the table. “I’m sorry, Linda. I just remembered that I