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Chapter 66: Really, Really Russian

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Third period does not start well. I'm actually thankful to be focused on Sid's computer for a few minutes, missing the game-tying goal by the opposing team. I hear boos from the arena as we huddle over our photos, choosing images and writing captions that are more focused this time, less humorous. We send everything to Holly before I make my way back up to the suite.

I find Pam biting her nails by the window when I get there. We both watch the action on the ice in silence for a few moments. The brutal side of hockey is on full display as the two teams battle it out.

"It's getting really physical, and someone's going to get hurt." Pam voices exactly what I'm thinking.

I know she's worried about Georg. He's already had a bad concussion this season, among other injuries, that landed him in the hospital and on injured reserve for several weeks. "He'll be careful," I say quietly.