Off the Ice (Penalty Kill 2)

r. He’s very nervous.

“Carolina Hurricanes have made a selection.” The Hurricanes’ executives get up and head to the podium. I move forward in my seat and put my hand on Trevor’s shoulder. Marley is holding his hand.

“The Carolina Hurricanes would like to welcome the captain of the James Wayne University hockey team, Trevor McCarthy.” We stand and cheer for Trevor. He gives Marley a big kiss and then hugs me before hugging our parents. Mom is crying and Dad looks like he’s about to burst with pride.

They did it. Levi and Trevor made it. They are in the NHL. I couldn’t be more proud as I watch Trevor put on his jersey. The red suits him, but not as well as Levi in black. They usher Trevor away, like Levi, to the media rooms for photos.

A representative from the NHL comes to us. “Levi and Trevor will be busy for the next hour or so. There is a family room on the east side of the building. You can meet them there.” Then he is gone.

“Victor, do you want to stay and see anymore?” My dad asks.

“Nope. Let’s go see our boys.” We all stand and head down the stairs.

My heart is still beating so fast. I can’t believe that just happened. Levi and Trevor back to back like that was perfect. Though I giggle at how Levi will tease the heck out of Trevor for going first.

“Presley, you seem much more relaxed now,” Victor says to me.

“I am. Everything is going to be great.” I smile at him.

“Levi told me you were worried and you shouldn’t be. I’ve never seen my son this happy. It’s all because of you.”

I smile at Victor. “You Carr men sure know how to charm a girl,” I tease him.

“Of course. Where did you think Levi learned all his moves?”

I start laughing, because he is telling the truth. We make it to the family room and show our badges. The room is filled with excitement with the family members and friends. We talk to other members and everyone is congratulating us about Levi and Trevor.

I’m talking to Marley when I feel someone wrap their arms around my waist. I jump and turn to see Levi smirking at me. He is in his Penguins jersey with the Penguins hat.

“Looking pretty sharp there, Mr. Carr.” I beam at him.

“You aren’t too bad yourself, Smarty.” He leans in and kisses me. I hear Marley squeal. We break our kiss in time to see Marley jump into Trevor’s arms. I smile at seeing how happy my twin is.

“Pres.” Trevor puts Marley down and then picks me up in his arms. “Love ya, Twin.”

“Love you too.”

He puts me down and does a manly hug with Levi. It’s so great to see them together and getting along. Mom wants pictures and we gather together for her. We all are laughing and having a great time. It’s something I’ll never forget. We are getting ready to head out when a young female with a Penguins assistants badge comes over to Levi and us.

“Mr. Carr, could you and your family follow me for a moment?”

He nods and Victor and I follow behind him. I look over my shoulder, and Trevor just shrugs. We walk down a long hall that is filled with media and more prospects as the draft continues. She leads us into a room where two men in expensive suits are waiting.

“Levi, so great to see you again.”

Levi nods and shakes their hands. “This is my father, Victor Carr, and my girlfriend, Presley McCarthy.” The men smile and shake our hands. They motion for us to sit down at the table with them.

“Levi, there is a reason we called you back here so quickly. Don’t panic. We aren’t trading you to Philly or anything.” Everyone laughs, and I catch Victor rolling his eyes. I pat his hand, and he smiles at me.

“So, why am I here?”

“Simple. We were watching you all last season. We were really impressed at the physicals. Your times are impressive. We have decided to go ahead and send you to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton when practice starts in August. You will still have to attend the prospect camp in July, though. However, that is mainly for the press and fans.”

The man on the left pulls out a contract and hands it to Levi. My heart is pounding in my chest. Levi’s going to be a Penguin faster than he thought.

The man continues. “This is a three year entry level contract for WBS. You could be called up to the Pens and if you’re given a spot there, we will redo your contract.”

Levi has a shocked expression on his face as he stares at the contract in front of him.