Playing for Keeps, Not Cheats.

[lauren.]

Hannah's Las Vegas "to-do" list said to catch a show and play the slots -
not wake up married to a sexy jerk like Samuel. The first moment she
saw him eyeing her like a luscious piece of the dessert buffet, her usually
responsible self told her to run. And she did - right into the wildest fantasy
weekend of her life. But Monday morning jolted her back to reality, and before
she could say "pass the coffee," Samuel was gone.

Now a successful wedding planner and mother, Hannah hasn't clapped eyes
on the heartbreaking hockey superstar for over two years . . . until she organizes
his teammate's "Special Day," where Samuel makes a BIG play to pick up where
he left off! But she has vowed any man of hers plays for keeps. Is Samuel the man
for her or does she banish him to the sin bin forever?

name.
age.
appearance.
other.


Samuel James Carter
Twenty-six

Famous hockey player, player of the women, he usually gets what he wants but obviously not Hannah.

[haileyjordan]

Hannah Marie Levenson-Carter
Twenty Four

Is sick of dealing with the same old guys. She's a very strong
women and knows how to take care of herself.

Taylor Noel Carter
Seven

She's a caring little girl who was raised to appreciate the little things in life.

[lauren.]

Awesome! Okay we can start where they're at the wedding that Hannah was planning for one of Sam's teammates. Taylor could be at like a babysitter or something.
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Sam;
It was after the wedding now and reception time. The wedding has gone pretty smooth and good, only because I know the wedding planner and she has to have things perfect. I took a glass of wine as a waitor carrying them around walked by. Now, being a hockey player they go all out of weddings. Especially since Trevor's newly bride was an actor. I smoothed out my suit as I walked around, talking to people I knew.

[haileyjordan]

I was very pleased with myself; everything had gone exactly
as planned. I ran my hand through my hair as I took a seat.
I was pretty exhausted, but I knew what I was getting myself
into when I started this career. I looked at everyone, seeing how
happy they were; it caused me to smile myself.

[lauren.]

Sam;
I took a sip of wine and looked around after I got finished talking with the newly weds. I glanced around the tables and saw Hannah for the first time tonight. I'm guess she was so busy, I wouldn't have been able to spot her. As always, she looked beautiful. Always has.

[haileyjordan]

I noticed someone looking over at me and I turned my
head in the direction; it was Sam. I rolled my eyes and got
up, making my way through the room. I didn't want to
deal with him, he was a jerk. I took a wine and drank the
whole thing, trying to avoid him.

[lauren.]

Sam;
I frowned slightly. Yeah, she was still pissed at me. Though it's been seven years. Okay okay, I'd be pissed if she left me right after we drunkenly got married and then divorced two weeks later. I panicked though. I made my way through the crowd, making sure to stay a little ways back as I followed her.

[haileyjordan]

A few people approached me, telling me how good of a job
I did. I smiled and thanked them. I just loved the feeling of being
rewarded for something I did. I looked down at my glass as swished
around the remaining wine. I wanted to be at home with Taylor. She
had a dance recital coming up and she had been practicing non stop.

[lauren.]

Sam;
I waited until people had felt Hannah and walked over to her,"Hannah, you're looking gorgeous tonight,"I said smiling as I looked at her face. She really did, always has.

[haileyjordan]

I sighed and crossed my arms at his words. "Really Sam? You're
gonna pull that one on me?" I asked him. "How stupid do you think
I am?" I was not in the mood to talk to him, I was still super pissed
at him, even though it's been so long.

[lauren.]

Sam;
I was a little shocked at the hate in her voice and how forceful she was. I cleared my throat,"I'm not pulling anything on you, Hannah. I'm telling the truth,"I said as I glanced out at the dance floor.

[haileyjordan]

"You told me the same things seven years ago, and look what
happened. I'm sorry but I just don't believe it anymore. I had never
been hurt that bad by anyone, so congratulations Sam," I told him.
He wouldn't change, he couldn't. It's just not in his blood.

[lauren.]

Sam;
I frowned. For some reason her words hurt me, and I've heard those words from many girls. I sighed,"Dance with me,"I said pushing her words to the back of my head. I looked at her holding my hand out. "It's just a dance,"I said smiling.

[haileyjordan]

I looked at him, then down at his hand. Just do it Hannah, may he'll
leave you alone later. I sighed, "Fine, but that's it," I told him as I
took his hand. I'd let him have his fun, but I won't be stupid and fall for
it this time.

[lauren.]

Sam;
I grinned and led her to the dance floor, placing her hands against my shoulder. My hands made their way to her waist. I couldn't help but look down at her face, wondering why she wouldn't let the past go. "How have you been?"I asked.