Playing With Temptation. Reese Ryan

one.” She tapped her pen on her pad. “This is a great opportunity for you to do something fabulous for her, Nate. Something you’ve always wanted to do. The bonus is it would be great for your image, too.”

      Nate groaned as he pressed his head against the headrest. “If Marcus thinks Mama will go for it, fine. I’ll do it. Anything else?”

      “By the end of the day, your brother should have more info on those guest spots to discuss the play-offs and a finalized list of media personalities that we’ll pitch additional guest spots to.”

      “Great. Make sure I get a copy of that list.”

      “Absolutely.” Kendra made another note, then put her pen and pad away. “Now, about these meetings with the team and your teammates.”

      “I don’t need you standing next to me like some ventriloquist.” Nate’s tone was tinged with annoyance. “I know what to say to these guys.”

      “Great. Then you won’t mind running it by me.” Kendra gave Nate a warm smile, but he wasn’t buying it. “I’m here to ensure you’re prepared for these meetings and that we stay on message, but I won’t be in any of them. These guys are like your family. It’ll only make things weirder if I’m there.”

      “Good.” He nodded, seemingly relieved.

      “Let’s just go over the basics of what you plan to say to Wade. I’ll check out a restaurant in town and get some work done while you meet with him.”