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The arena lights blaze as Nate Miller watches her retreat, his gaze lingering on her figure. Beside him, Owens and Streicher mock his obvious interest with raucous laughter. Ignoring them, Nate taps his hockey stick against the glass, catching her eye. She arches a skeptical brow, challenging him. He mouths a playful request for an autograph, miming the signature. Her lips quirk into a smirk; she mouths back a defiant 'You wish.' A thrill of excitement courses through Nate—he craves her sharp, unfiltered attitude.