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But safe. Sky is safe. He’s mine.

Carefully, I pull out of him, making sure not to lose the condom. Since he’s wrapped so tightly in my arms, I feel the flinch he tries to hide. I break the kiss and look down into his face. The blissed-out smirk and his closed eyes should calm my worries down. But I can’t help it. I’d dicked him down harder than anyone I’ve ever been with. I’d never forgive myself if I hurt him.

I cup his cheek gently and raise his face to mine. “Did I hurt you, baby?” His eyes open to meet my concerned gaze.

“Mmm, you hurt me so good,papi,” He teases.Papi. Christ. He giggles at my expression and pats my cheek. “You didn’t hurt me. I’m good, I promise. In all seriousness, I’ll be sore for a few days, but it was worth it. And honestly, I look forward to feeling you in my ass every time I sit down. That’s a memory I’ll relive for life. Absolute fire.” He smacks a kiss to my lips. “Definitely going into my spank bank.” After I wrap the used condom in a tissue from his nightstand, he reaches for me, pulling me to lay down next to him. “Now, we nap. Later, join me in a warm bath? That’ll be soothing for both of us.”

“Perfection.” And I mean it. Wrapping him in my arms for a nap after that epic sex session is the epitome of perfection. Anda bath afterwards would soothe both of our sore bodies. I hate to sleep away some of our precious time together, but we both need the rest. Shadows bruise the tender skin under his gorgeous eyes. He’s had a rough week.

I spoon behind him, wrapping him in my arms. He backs his sexy ass right into my cock as I tuck my nose into his neck and breathe him in. His scent fills my lungs and calms me. Caramel, cinnamon, spice, sweat, and sex. Sky’s scent is one of my favorite things. It reminds me of happiness.

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Skylar

It’s kind of embarrassing, but I’m actually nervous to meet Landon’s mom. His favorite person.

I’ve heard only good things about Annie Spencer. In theory, I shouldn’t be nervous. She sounds like someone I’d enjoy being around. Good-hearted and kind and has a sense of humor according to Landon.

And her son is amazing, so she can’t be too bad, right?

Regardless, my guts are twisted into knots. It’s such an odd thing to experience since I don’t get nervous very often, if at all. I shake my hands in front of me, hoping it’ll alleviate the tingly feeling.

What if she hates me?

She won’t.That answering voice in my head sounds suspiciously like Landon.

My breath leaves me in a rush.You can do this. She’s only a human. Meeting someone new is not that scary.

Maybe if I keep repeating it enough, I’ll believe it.

Opening my door, I climb out of my SUV and bleep the locks behind me. Consciously, I try my best to measure my steps to walk calmly across the RCA parking lot. The last thing I need is to get sweaty.

That would make a lovely first impression.

Annie and I have been texting back and forth, and we’ll be meeting at our seats before warmups begin. It’s still early, but we wanted a little time to chat before the team hits the ice.

I make my way into the arena, passing restaurants and bars the whole way. My eyes longingly rest on The Sandbar. A drink would loosen me up, but I’d also probably chug it with the way I’m feeling right now. And tipsy is not a cute look for me when meeting the boyfriend’s mom. I can’t help my automatic cringe.

Powering forward, I make my way into our section and carefully navigate down the stairs towards the glass. My legs are like jelly, for fuck’s sake. My hand grips the railing, and I watch my feet as I make my way down. I’m about midway down the stairs, when my eyes flick up to survey the area.

I’ve seen Annie on TV, on Landon’s Instagram, and in pictures. So I know who I’m looking for. My eyes land on her blonde head right away. Holy fuck. There she is. The woman is earlier than I am, just like Landon warned me would happen. I’d purposely arrived earlier than I planned, and she still beat me here.

Annie made sure we’re sitting along the glass in the corner of the arena. This end will be our defensive zone during the first and third period.

My body is barely in the row when her head turns, and Landon’s green eyes turn and land on me. It’s trippy. Seeing his eyes in this woman.His mother.

My stomach flutters, and my heart starts galloping away in my chest.

The moment of truth.

Her face lights up with her smile. She rushes over to me. “Hi!” She’s a few inches shorter than me, but she snatches me into her arms for a quick hug. Her perfume surrounds me, something light and floral. Warm and comforting. “I’m Annie. It’s so nice to meet you!”

Her enthusiasm eases me. Unfurling deep inside and spreading. Instant acceptance from this woman who means the world to Landon, and I haven’t even spoken a word.

I kiss her cheek and clear my throat. “Skylar Donovan, ma’am. Please call me Sky.”

Her eyes narrow and she swats my shoulder. I’m under a spotlight or x-ray vision. It’s unnerving. Like the woman is looking through each and every hidden part of me and examining it under a microscope.Dear lord, please don’t find me lacking.

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