The Hockey Star’s Remorse

Chapter 93

The aftermath of the confrontation with Evie left Timothy adrift in a sea of remorse and regret. He had never anticipated that his thoughtless actions would reemerge in such a dramatic fashion. His relationship with Evie was already hanging in the balance, but that video might have severed any chance they had at reconnecting. The weight of regret hung heavy on Timothy’s shoulders as he retraced his steps, his mind consumed by the need to uncover the truth. He was determined to find out who had stolen the video that had shattered his relationship with Evie.

He could think of the few guys he’d shown that video to. Bill and Clay had been enthusiastic about seeing it, which had increased Timothy’s doubts about

committing such a betrayal. Only Josh had actually received the video, since it was his motorcycle he was offering to Timothy.

Timothy sighed and dialed Josh’s number. He needed answers, needed to know who had screwed this up for

him, as if he hadn’t enough damage on his own.

It had been a while since he’d spoken to Josh. Their friendship was highly situational, and its depth was shallow at best.

Suddenly, the ringing was cut off and a groggy voice answered.

“Hey, man,” Josh greeted. “Long time no talk.”

Timothy’s tone was measured, his words chosen with care. “Hey, Josh. It has been at

while.”

There was a moment of awkward silence. Timothy wasn’t feeling particularly nostalgic. He didn’t have the luxury of dwelling on the past.

He needed answers, and he needed them now.

“Did you want to hang out?” Timothy asked.

you want to

Josh snorted. “What? Grown so bored of your life of stardom that slum it up with an old bud?” “Perhaps,” Timothy said matter of factly, shrugging a shoulder. “Don’t act like you wouldn’t be up for it.”

This made Josh laugh aloud. Timothy cringed at the sound, but he knew he had to

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for the time being. Once he had Josh cornered,

pounce.

the bite.

Josh’s apartment door, he hesitated for a moment, his hand poised to knock. Josh had wound up in a rough part of town. It was similar to where Evie and her friend had been situated, very rundown and

his knuckles against the door,

There was a flicker of surprise in his

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emotions a jumble beneath the surface. “Yeah, it’s been a while, hasn’t it? Let me

Timothy to enter. “Sure

help but feel discomfort. The familiarity of the space, with its worn–out furniture and moldy odor, all brought back memories of his

get you something to drink?” Josh asked, his attempt at hospitality a thin veil over their unspoken tension. Timothy shook his

eyes narrowing with

expression serious. “Remember that video I showed you? The one with me and

eyes, followed by a grin. “Oh, right, that video.

had access to that

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confusion evident in his expression. “Why? Is

hesitated for a moment, grappling with how much he should reveal. “Yeah, something’s wrong.

eyes widening with surprise. “Wait, seriously? How did that happen?” “That’s what I’m trying to figure out,” Timothy replied; his frustration seeping out. “I need to know if anyone else could have seen it, if anyone else had access

his expression thoughtful. “I mean, I don’t think so. You sent it to me, but I’m pretty sure I didn’t share it

did you ever show it to anyone else, even if they

shook his head, his gaze locked on the floor. “Nah, man, I kept that to myself.

thing getting out there.”

of his nose and leered at Josh. He couldn’t afford to give up, not when everything he cared about was on the line. Josh

the video?”

blinked. “What? Dude,

playing games with you, Josh,” Timothy growled. “You were the only one who got the video, but you’re telling me someone else somehow

on it?”