Blueliners : Part 11

I sat next to Beau awaiting our diplomas, and my nerves were going wild. I couldn't believe that it's all over. I kept having flashbacks from when Beau and I first met. That was a beautiful day and one I will never forget. Our row is up and I can't believe that in just a few steps, and I will no longer be a naive high school boy. We walk up to the principal, he hands me my diploma and I continue to walk back to my seat. A man approaches us after the ceremony:

"hello boys, I'm a scout for the National Hockey League and we are inviting you to the 2013 draft. Will you accept our invitation?"

I was shocked. I couldn't believe it. This was our chance, and Beaus face lit up with excitement. "yes! Sure! When is it?" I screamed in happiness.

"July 23rd" the man asked.
"we'll be there!"

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the 23rd finally came around and were on our way to Toronto. I was so excited and could hardly contain myself. We entered the building and all the teams were in the middle of the arena. I sat down in the stands and beau sat with his family. The first round started:

"first of all, on the behalf of the Boston Bruins, we would like to congratulate the Detroit Red Wings for their Stanley Cup Championship. And with that, the Boston Bruins are proud to select as the 5th overall pick: Beau Gauthier." beau screamed in excitement and jumped up.

He ran down and grabbed his jersey. He went up on stage and took a picture with the organization.

I was so happy for Beau, now I'm hoping it's my turn.

2nd round: Nothing.
3rd round: nothing

4th, 5th 6th rounds: nothing again. I was starting to get a little sad. Maybe I wasn't going to get picked.

Finally, the 7th round... I listen patiently for my name to be called..... It never came... I was devastated, I felt unwanted. .....