Chapter 16
Jaxon
I was half tempted to stay with my mother and brother, but they weren’t having it. They’d basically kicked me out of the house and demanded that I get to the game. I knew I’d get in trouble if I didn’t show up, but I honestly didn’t care. I was losing my mother. Anyone who couldn’t see the urgency in that could kiss my a*s.
My mind wasn’t in the game. I could hear the people in the stadium cheering, but nothing was going to help me. When I walked into the locker room, Coach Joel was giving his speech and all heads turned my way. I was late.
I didn’t bother looking at anyone, just headed to the open spot between Derek and Aaron. I still had to put on my gear, but I figured it would be best to wait until Joel was finished. The last thing I needed was more of his wrath. T
