The "I" in "Team"

When Adam shows up for the first day of practice for his new soccer team, he expected a little hazing, expected to be called "Rookie" for a year, stuff like that.

What he didn't expect was to be taken under the wing of Jason Harris, star striker and team captain. With Jason's blessing, Adam is welcomed to the team without a hiccup.

Of course, Jason has his reasons for taking Adam under his protection, and they have nothing to do with soccer…

Story length: Approx. 4,200 words