Chapter 99

"Do you want to play a game Alex?"

"What sort of game dad?"

"Just a game between the two of us. For big boys. Do you want to play?" his dad smiled kneeling before him, holding a small box as Alex sat on the couch.

"Yes" a younger Alex replied excitedly. He was a big boy.

"Excellent" he replied. "Just between us you know?"

"Yes dad".

Alex opened his crusted eyes and looked at the ceiling. He groaned as he scratched his eyes. It had been a while since he had that dream. He sat up, no longer feeling the discomfort for not moving around too much for a long time. The therapy had been helpful and with the drills he had been running he was sure he was ready to get back on the field.