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Theo

I t’s been four weeks since the night I became Adrian’s Daddy, and three weeks since he moved in with me.

Chrissy Newman has already written several articles about Adrian and his new boyfriend, but when she found out who I was, she had a field day writing an article so juicy that she had several big magazines reach out and offer her a job.

Social media is eating us up as a couple, and all the rumors that Adrian is a player have disappeared and turned into us being the up-and-coming celebrity ‘ it couple .’ The whole thing is hilarious, considering I’m no longer in the NHL and technically Adrian is still just on a college team.

But the important thing is his image looks good, and he’s playing better than ever.

I’d like to take some credit since I’m not only helping him get some sleep—and multiple orgasms—but because he can finally truly let go when he’s around me.

After only one night of sleeping in the spare room, he wiggled his way into my room, his new stuffed dragon in hand, and cuddled up with me until he fell asleep. He’s been in my bed ever since.

Even though it’s only been a few weeks, we’ve reserved every Wednesday night as movie night with Felix. He comes over and we binge-watch several rom-coms while Felix wears a cute little onesie, and Adrian cuddles up to my side.

The relationship between the two brothers is so sweet and genuine. I don’t think I could ever pull them apart.

The following week, Kayla, Felix, and I meet up on campus before walking over to the stadium. It’s the first day of the playoffs, and the crowd is electric with excitement.

We push through the crowd of foam fingers and light blue jerseys until we reach our seats. From here, we have a front-row view of all the action on the ice, and I have to admit, I missed this feeling. The energy of the crowd is always higher during the playoffs.

Right from the first puck drop, Adrian is on fire, proving exactly why he deserves to be signed by the Olivia Cove Wyverns. I’ve always been impressed with Adrian’s stickwork and accuracy, but tonight he has something to prove.

The Ice Dragons are in perfect sync with each other. Rizzo is a whirlwind, always in motion in the offensive zone, intercepting passes and covering as much ice as he can. Even Nelson constantly blocks the shots on goal, allowing Brynn U to win by a landslide.

After the big win, Kayla heads off to the bar since it’s the playoffs, which means more professional interviews will be taking place, and it will be longer before Adrian shuffles out.

I’m so proud of Adrian, and still buzzing from their win, that I’m shocked when my phone starts vibrating in my pocket.

Ever since the news of Adrian and me being a couple hit social media, Grant stopped calling. It could be my mom, but she would know that I’m at the game. Checking my phone, I’m surprised when I see it’s Casey Blake, the mayor of Olivia Cove and the owner of the Wyverns.

I excuse myself from Felix’s side. “Mayor Blake, how are you?” I tease as I answer the phone, knowing how he prefers to be more casual.

Blake chuckles. “Walsh. When were you going to tell me you were dating my upcoming star athlete?”

I laugh. “Does this mean you’re finally going to give my boy a damn contract?” I tease.

“Hmm. Your boy, huh?”

My eyes widen with shock. I didn’t mean to say that out loud. I must have stayed silent for too long because Blake continues talking.

“I’m guessing by your silence, you didn’t mean to call him your boy over the phone.”

I clear my throat. “Um. No, sir.”

Blake chuckles again. “No problem. Your secret is safe with me. I actually wanted to call you to congratulate you on your relationship. And let you know that we’ve been impressed with the work you’ve done as a financial advisor.

I want to offer you a permanent position here with Olivia Cove.

Since you’ll be hired by the team, assuming you take the position, it means more pay than if we were just able to hire you for each individual player. ”

My heart begins to race. “Thank you, sir. I’d love to. Please, email me the contracts to look over.”

“Done and done. I’m not supposed to say this, but don’t worry, Adrian’s contract is being drawn up as we speak. Once you graduate, I can’t wait to welcome you and your boy home.”

“Thank you, sir.”

I make my way back over to Felix, right as Adrian walks out of the locker room.

To my shock, he isn’t wearing his usual suit.

Instead, he’s wearing a thin long-sleeved shirt with the colors of his jersey and a nice pair of jeans.

So filled with joy, I swoop him up into a huge hug and kiss him right there for everyone to see.

He chuckles and whispers in my ear. “Daddy, what was that for?” He glances down and sees I’m holding Icy, his plush dragon. Adrian reaches for it and hugs Icy to his side. “Thanks for bringing my good luck charm.”

“Felix, we’ll be right back. Give me a few minutes.”

Felix winks and nods. I tug Adrian into a private alcove away from prying ears.

“Sweet boy, I have some good news. I just got off the phone with Casey Blake.”

“The Mayor of Olivia Cove and owner of the Wyverns?”

I nod eagerly. “I don’t think he was supposed to tell me, but they’re drawing up your contract as we speak. And not only that, but he’s offering me a permanent position in Olivia Cove with the Wyverns.”

Adrian’s smile is wide. “Oh my god! This is wonderful. Does that mean we can find our own place together? For real?” he asks happily.

My heart races, and I slide my hand into my pocket.

I touch my lucky coin. “That’s actually what I was hoping to say.

I want to find a place with you after we graduate.

I want to move in together. I love you, sweet boy.

Nothing about this has been fake for me.

I think you’ve been in my heart since the beginning. ”

Adrian pulls me into a sweet, passionate kiss.

“I love you, too, Daddy. You’re a dream come true.

Nothing has really been fake for me either.

Ever since I gave you my dad’s lucky coin when I was a kid, I’ve harbored this celebrity crush on you.

But ever since meeting you and getting to know you, you’re even better than my daydreams. You’re real and loyal.

You’re so sweet and sexy as hell. You say you’re flawed, but you’re perfect for me. ”

I tug him back to me, capturing his lips with mine. That’s when his words register. “Wait, did you say your dad’s lucky coin?”

Adrian nods. “When you came to Brynn U nine years ago, I overheard you talking to your agent. You were down on your luck and worried about your injury. So, I gave you my dad’s lucky coin.

It’s an arcade token. A place my dad and I used to go to.

It brought him luck. When he gave it to me, it brought me a lot of luck too.

I thought maybe you could use it…” he trails off, blushing. “You probably don’t remember, but—”

“No, no. I do. I remember. I’m just shocked it was you.” I place my hand in my pocket and pull out my lucky coin. “It brought me four more years in the NHL.”

Tears brim in Adrian’s eyes, and he gasps. “You still have my dad’s coin?”

“I had no idea it was yours. But it seems fitting that all this time, I’ve been carrying a little piece of you with me for good luck.”

Suddenly, a sniffle can be heard to our left. Felix is standing there with tears in his eyes. “Oh my god, if that isn’t fate, then I don’t know what is! Kiss already!”

Bursting into laughter, Adrian and I pepper kisses all over each other’s lips and cheeks. “I think your brother is right, sweet boy. I think we were always meant to find each other again.”