@puckbrush said: Luca is looking at his captain like he's currently uncovering the mysteries of the universe and eternal wisdom. He's pursing his lips, waiting for Rozanov's attention before he speaks. "Captain, I have a question." Yes, he's aware he sounds like a smart-assing student asking their favorite teacher something annoying but he's been wondering about this for a while. They played Montreal tonight and even though they didn't get used as a mop to wipe the floor, they lost anyway. It's to be expected and the team is less disappointed than he thought they would be but there is something else on his mind. "You care quite a lot about Shane Hollander, don't you?" Yes, his voice delivers something between the lines and suddenly the room seems to fall silent and Luca feels like he can feel everyone's eyes at the back of his neck. Suddenly, he's nervous. Why is he so nervous, oh my god did he ask something bad? "I- uh- uhhh- I just mean in like.. you eh-"
Ilya was frustrated by their loss to Montreal. Of course, he was. Just because he was engaged to their captain didn't mean that didn't take their every game seriously.
Though, his loss usually translated into heated sex with Hollander in his house. Every chance he got to spend with partner was still precious even if Ilya hated losing games against that rival team.
After giving his customary speech about how they'd win their next game, he moved to dismissed his team. Though, when Haas suddenly brought up Shane's name, it took everything in him not to go stiff.
He schooled his expression into something resembling neutral. He raised an eyebrow at the rookie. "We are friends, and we opened a charity together," he said as if was obvious. "Of course, I care about him."
It was the practiced answer; one he was growing to hate. With each passing day, the lies ate away at him more and more. He wanted to be honest with his team, but he promised Shane they would still stay a secret.
He couldn't help but be curious at what brought up the question. "...why do you ask?"
