Sloane's POV
A two-night stay at the Grand Crest Hotel was the plan. Along with most of the team, we arrive late Friday afternoon so they can settle in, rest, and go over strategy before Saturday's exhibition match against Silver Moon.
After the game, Coach has planned a team gathering before everyone checks out Sunday morning and heads back to Black Shadow.
The lobby hums with the team's restless energy as players crowd around the reception desk, shoving one another and arguing over room assignments. Equipment bags are piled everywhere, hockey sticks lean against the walls, and Coach Peters is already reminding everyone that curfew still exists. I remain close to Xavier, my hand resting lightly against his arm while we wait our turn.
I'm still not entirely sure how he talked me into c
