Page 112 of Never Bet Against A Hockey Player

Both of their faces lit up.

“That sounds amazing,” Dhara said.

“Well then, why don’t you two get upstairs, get cleaned up and comfortable? Gavin, wrap up any homework you have before you go. Omega, I’ll be ready when you are,” I said, giving her a wink.

Gavin didn’t hesitate to race upstairs. That was the most eager I’d ever seen him to do his homework yet.

She gave me a bright smile before rushing upstairs herself.

Just seeing her excited about spending time with me had my alpha practically bursting with pride.

I rushed up to my own room, taking a quick shower to wash the stress of the day off. I settled on some loose-fitting black pants and a comfortable soft white linen shirt, something I could fold my big alpha body down onto those cushions in.

I just made it back downstairs when I heard footsteps heading my way. I turned just in time to have Dhara steal my breath away.

She’d put on a flowing pink sundress, the kind that hugged her waist and hips, and swished around her slender legs. The top was fitted to show off the swell of her breasts in a way that had my alpha practically falling to his knees for her.

“You’re gorgeous, baby. You look incredible,” I breathed out, not afraid to show her what she did to me.

Her bottom lip caught between her teeth as she gave me a shy smile. “You don’t look bad yourself, Alpha.”

We’d spent enough time together that it felt like we were finally comfortable enough to flirt and tease. That was all I ever wanted. A chance.

Mostly, I wanted her safe and comfortable and happy, and I’d do what I had to, to make sure that happened.

Fuck, I’d wait forever for a chance with my omega.

From the way her thighs were clenching together right now, I had a feeling I wouldn’t be waiting too long.

“Something smells amazing,” she said, changing the subject.

“I’ve learned a bit about cooking. I also happen to know that my omega quite likes a good pizza. We’re going to be cooking it outside, though. Everything else is ready.”

I held out my hand for her, and she slid her palm into mine. My omega leaned into me as I led her through the kitchen and out the patio doors.

Her gasp at the sight before us had me grinning wide. Every new experience we gave her settled something in my soul. I loved being part of the reason she was happy and thriving.

“You did all this for me?” she whispered, looking at me with those gorgeous, wide, blue eyes.

“Of course, I did,” I said, tucking a wayward strand of her honey-colored hair behind her ear. I adored the way she looked up at me like she felt safe with me, like I was offering her the world.

Because I absolutely was.

“I thought a fun date night at home would be a good way to relax after the stress of your appointment and the adjustment of moving here.”

“This is honestly perfect,” she said, letting out a little giggle as she pushed away and practically skipped into the tent.

She did a little circle as she took everything in, her dress swirling around her, and I don’t think I’d ever seen anything more beautiful than this omega.

She was gorgeous in everything she wore, often preferring athletic gear and hoodies and things that swallowed her, but this dress that she’d put on just for me, was breathtaking.

She looked so free and happy, and I wanted to remember this moment forever.

I pulled the champagne out of the ice bucket, popping the cork. Her eyes danced with excitement as I filled the glasses, handing her one before pouring one for myself.

“Cheers to us, alpha. And new beginnings.”

She held her glass out, and I clinked mine against it before we both took a sip.