The Hockey Star’s Remorse

Chapter 56
As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm, golden glow over the city
streets, I found myself strolling down the familiar block with Timothy and Lucas. I
hadn't planned on going out that evening, let alone ending up in such an
unexpected situation.
“This is the hottest place on the block,” Lucas told Timothy, an eager glint in his
eyes. “You'll love it!”
Timothy hummed. “Well, what's the place called?”
“It's a surprise, dude.” Lucas shot him a glare. “And you owe me.”
“I'm aware,” Timothy muttered. “Especially since it's the fifteenth time you've told
me.” I giggled. “It'll be fun, Timothy! We go here all the time."
1 couldn't believe I was about to do this. Lucas had convinced me that it would be
a night to remember, but as we approached “The X Emporium,” my heart
pounded with nervous excitement. I looked over at Timothy, his clueless
expression matching my own feelings.
I
He had no idea what was in store for him.
“Should I be nervous?” Timothy asked, his curiosity piqued.
Lucas grinned mischievously, “You should be excited.”
Lucas led us into a small entrance down a set of stairs and the security guard
simply stepped aside to allow us in.
As we entered the dimly lit club, the vibrant music enveloped us, and I could
sense Timothy's confusion. Right as we entered, a woman in a scant outfit
waltzed by with a tray of drinks. Timothy's eyes bugged out of his skull when he
saw how her dress dipped dangerously low in the back.
On the neon stage, male dancers moved gracefully around poles, their bodies.
adorned with glimmering costumes. I exchanged a knowing look with Lucas, and
we snickered in unison.
“Welcome to “The X Emporium!” I said with mock grandeur.
Timothy glanced at me, a mixture of surprise and amusement playing on his face.
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“What a colorful place. Doesn't seem like you're type of scene though, Evie.”
“You don't know what I like,” I said, slightly offended that he'd made his own.
assumptions about me. Of course, it was true that I'd never go out of my way to
step into a strip club.
Lucas clapped him on the back, “Relax, my friend. It's all in good fun.”
I hoped that Timothy would loosen up and enjoy the night, but I could see he was
still unsure about the whole situation. We found a spot on the dance floor, and I
could tell he was trying to act nonchalant, but his eyes betrayed his uncertainty.
“A strip club,” he said finally, his eyes scanning the room. Men were stuffing
money into the thongs of dancers as they gyrated in their laps. “I've never been
in one of these.”
I blinked in surprise. “You haven't?”
Timothy glanced down at me. “Hell, no. I have better ways to spend my hard-
earned money.”
I wasn't sure if I was more flattered or shocked by that revelation. Perhaps it was
good that he didn’t frequent places like this, but that didn’t stop them from
sleeping with women in the comfort of his own home.
Lucas seemed entirely at ease, of course, blending effortlessly into the
electrifying atmosphere. Eventually, a larger man strutted by and rubbed a
suggestive finger along Lucas“ shoulders. Lucas grinned, giving the man a wink
before turning back
to us.
“I'll catch up with you guys later,” he said, already disappearing into the crowd.
Right then, I started to panic. “Lucas, wait!"
Now left alone on the dance floor, Timothy and I exchanged awkward glances.
Timothy scratched the back of his head, unable to hide his confusion. “This is...
different,” he muttered, unsure of how to react.
Evie couldn't help but laugh at his bewildered expression. “In my defense, this
was Lucas’ idea,” I told him.
The neon lights flickered above us, casting a surreal glow on the vibrant dancers
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swirling around the club. The rhythmic beats of the music pulsed through the air,
creating an electric atmosphere. I glanced at Timothy, his eyes filled with curiosity
and wonder as he took in the scene before us.
We had found our way into the heart of the club, surrounded by the mesmerizing
performances of the talented dancers. I tried to focus on having fun, but an
unexpected emotion began to bubble up inside me — jealousy.
As we stood there, some of the strippers noticed Timothy and approached him,
their eyes locked on him with intent. My heart clenched, and a possessive instinct
took over. I didn’t want him to be pulled away by those seductive temptations.
The tall blonde slid up against him, wrapping a gloved hand around his waist.
“Hey, big boy,” she said seductively into his ear. “Wanna dance?”
“Oh, such a strong physique. Aren't you that hockey player from the news?” the
shorter woman asked, batting her long eyelashes.
Timothy stuttered, his gaze darting to each of the women as they closed in on
him.
In a split-second decision, I grabbed his hand, pulling him toward the nearest
private room, much to the girls“ protests.
“Let's take a breather,” I said, hoping to escape the prying eyes and lingering
unease.
Timothy followed willingly, seemingly unaware of the emotions swirling inside.
me. As we stepped into the hazy, red room, the noise from the main club faded
away, and a sense of privacy enveloped us.
He looked at me with a playful glint in his eyes. “Well, Evie, I didn’t expect to be
here tonight.”
I tried to keep things light, not wanting to reveal the true reason I brought him.
here. “A little adventure won't hurt, right?”
But the truth was that I couldn't bear the thought of losing him to the allure of
those dancers. It was irrational, I knew, but the connection we shared made me
feel more vulnerable than I cared to admit.
Timothy chuckled, seemingly oblivious to the internal struggle I was facing. “I
guess not. It's certainly an interesting night.”
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As the pulsating music filled the air, Timothy's next comment caught me off
guard. “So, Evie, are you going to give me a strip tease?”
I chuckled, attempting to keep things light, but the teasing remark belied the
whirlwind of emotions inside me. “You wish,” I retorted with a grin.
However, the moment passed quickly, and my mood shifted as I turned serious.
“But really, Timothy, how are you enjoying the night?” I asked, curious to hear his
honest thoughts.
He glanced at me with a thoughtful expression, pausing for a moment before
responding, “Honestly, having you along is fun enough.”
His sincerity warmed my heart, and I couldn't help but feel a flutter of butterflies
in my stomach. Despite the enticing distractions around us, it was the connection
we shared that mattered most to him. I felt a rush of gratitude, realizing that at
least our friendship meant something to him.
Timothy's next question surprised me. “Would you like to dance?” he asked,
extending his hand toward me.
I hesitated for a moment, feeling a mix of nerves and excitement. Dancing was
not -something I typically did, especially in such a lively environment. But seeing
the
genuine smile on Timothy's face, I felt my resolve crumbling.
“Sure, why not,” I replied with a grin, accepting his invitation.
We stepped onto the dance floor together, and as the music swirled around us, I
let go of my inhibitions. Timothy's enthusiasm was contagious, and I found myself
laughing and twirling with him, the world around us fading into the background.
As we moved to the rhythm of the music, I caught glimpses of our reflections in
the club’s mirrors. Timothy's laughter and the joy in his eyes reflected back at me,
and in that
moment, everything felt right. The worries that had plagued me earlier seemed
insignificant compared to the happiness I felt dancing with him.
As the song came to an end, we both caught our breath, our smiles lingering. “I
didn’t know you were such a great dancer,” I teased, playfully nudgingng. “I
him.
He chuckled, brushing a strand of hair away from my face. “Well, I didn’t know
you were either. We make a great duo.”
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A blush crept across my cheeks, and I felt my heart skip a beat at his words. The
closeness between us felt different now, and I wondered if he sensed the shift in
our dynamic as well.
As the night finally came to an end, we stepped outside, our laughter still ringing
in the air. The city lights twinkled above us, and I couldn't help but release a sigh,
all my worries melting away.
“What time is it anyway?” I asked him, reaching for my phone. The screen lit up
and I nearly gawked at the time. “It's past midnight!”
“We should probably go find your friend,” Timothy said, releasing a loud yawn. “If
he hasn't already left.”
“We value the buddy—system, so he should still be in there,” I said, looking back
at the entrance door.
“Thank you for bringing me here, Evie,” Timothy said, breaking the silence.
I smiled. “Oh! You're welcome. I'm surprised you had a good time, considering
we were screwing with you.”
Timothy snorted. “I figured you were. Was still entertaining though.”
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Timothy and I stood on the busy city
sidewalk. The bright neon lights
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“It certainly was,” I said, my voice filled with genuine joy.
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“Evie! Timothy!” he exclaimed, his voice loud and boisterous. “Were you about to
dip?”
Timothy and I exchanged amused glances, knowing full well that Lucas was
probably not entirely coherent at the moment. Nevertheless, we couldn't help but
be entertained by his drunken excitement.
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Im glad you had a great time, Lucas,” I said, trying to keep a straight face.
He wrapped his arms around both of us, pulling us into a tight, unsteady group
hug. “I love you guys. You're so cute!”
We laughed, gently guiding him to lean on us for support. Despite his drunken
state, there was something endearing about his affectionate display.
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