Chapter 55

“Well, there you have it,” Brent Masters said, fighting for control of the interview. “A proposal on national TV. Dana, wherever you are, marry him, please.”

Given Lleyton’s exuberance, the media was relieved to turn to Quinn—who was watching the scene, now overrun with Jere juniors, chased by a screaming Smalley.

“Your thoughts on today’s comeback,” Brent said to Quinn, a smile plastered on his perspiring face as one of the smallest Jeres head-butted his left leg.

“Well, it was obviously a great win for our guys,” Quinn said, not missing a beat as he scooped up the child before he could do further damage. “I think we played with a perfect balance of offense and defense and that’s what you need.”

“What was going through your mind as you scored that stunning diving touchdown?” Brent asked, almost giddy at being back in charge of the questions and answers.