Chapter 12
The Secret Play
Another two weeks flew by in a flash. Both the Coach and
Carlos had just ordered their usual meals at Tony’s when
Carlos noticed that the Coach was unusually quiet.
“Coach, everything alright?”
“Sure.. Fine,” the Coach said, reaching for his water.
“Fine?”
The Coach nodded his head.
“I don’t think so,” Carlos shot back.
Slowly, the Coach lifted his head and looked directly
at Carlos. Then he said, “Ten years ago today Emma died.”
“Coach, I’m sorry.”
“I should have known better than try to be good
company tonight.”
“If you want to talk about it…”
“Not sure. Just wanted to be honest with you.”
“Look, I’d be honored to talk to you about it.”
The Coach stirred his coffee more than he needed ...