Beyond the Rink
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Ongoing, First published Dec 19, 2023
In the vibrant city of Vancouver, where the echoes of hockey cheers resonate through the streets, Emma Parker, a passionate post-game interviewer, finds herself entangled in a web of love and rivalry. Best friends with the Vipers' reliable goaltender, Jake Anderson, Emma's world takes an unexpected turn when the dynamic forward from the rival Seattle Storm, Ethan Mitchell, strides into her life.

As Emma endeavors to capture the post-game emotions, she becomes a silent witness to a dance of unspoken tensions between Jake and Ethan. Little does she know, the two men share a haunting past, a tragedy that binds them in secrecy. While Emma harbors feelings for Jake, the entrance of Ethan shifts the dynamics, introducing a love triangle that goes beyond the final buzzer.

Caught between conflicting loyalties, Emma grapples with her emotions as the hockey season unfolds. The electrifying games on the ice are mirrored by the emotional goals of her heart. Secrets kept from her by both men begin to unravel, revealing a shared history of betrayal and redemption.

As tensions rise between the Vipers and the Storm, Emma discovers the hidden truths that threaten to shatter the fragile bonds she thought she understood. Will she choose the safety of familiarity with Jake, the friend who stood by her side, or will she succumb to the magnetic pull of Ethan, whose past is interwoven with her present?

"Beyond the Rink" delves into the complexities of love, loyalty, and the uncharted emotions that linger in the arena long after the fans have gone home. In a city where every game is a spectacle, and every interview holds the potential for unexpected revelations, Emma must navigate the unpredictable terrain of professional hockey and the tumultuous landscape of her own heart.
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