Xavier’s POV
The next day brings more of the same drama. The only difference is that Kai and I are now on opposing sides.
Team White has Kai at center, with Ryan Walker on the left wing and Noah Ellis on the right. Lian Bennett and Ethan Cole make up the defensive pair, while Liam Brooks guards the net. Owen Price, Tyler Grant, Blake Morrison, Mason Carter, and Connor Hayes wait on the bench to rotate into the scrimmage. Kai has the speed to drive the attack, Noah knows how to feed him a clean pass, and Ryan keeps the pressure on. It's an irritatingly effective combination, one I would have no trouble dismantling if I were allowed on the ice. Instead, I get to sit here and watch my best friend enjoy himself.
Team Black has Caleb Foster at center, with Dylan Brooks on the left wing and H
