Reese’s P.O.V.After the photoshoot had ended, Caleb retreated to the locker room to change into his regular clothes. He emerged dressed in his casual outfit, a slight sheen of sweat still glistening on his brow. I watched him from a distance, my heart swelling with affection as I witnessed the transformation before my eyes. Next up, the management had set up a meet and greet with Caleb and some of his youngest fans. And I watched him make his way to the designated area for the meet and greet with the children. I followed quietly, not wanting to pull Caleb’s attention away from the little boys and girls that were already waiting for him, their eyes big as they watched their idol walk up to them. The sight that unfolded melted my heart, solidifying a truth that I had come to realize today, which was that my feelings for him had evolved beyond infatuation. That I actually was in love with him.The room buzzed with excitement as a group of eager children, their faces bright and their eye

Reese’s P.O.V.I walked down the stairs of the cold arena, my eyes fixed on the icy surface where Caleb and his team were battling it out. The atmosphere was charged with anticipation, the crowd roaring, never having stopped since Caleb had stepped on the ice. But my heart was heavy with worry, my thoughts consumed by Caleb’s well-being. Only a couple of months had passed since Caleb’s massive knee injury, not even a full year since a devastating blow had shattered his dreams of playing professional hockey ever again. The doctors had advised him not to step on the ice, he had promised me himself that he wouldn’t play, so what had changed his mind now was honestly beyond me.Now, as I watched Caleb glide across the rink, my beath caught in my throat. He moved with a grace that belied his injury, yet each stride sent a jolt of fear through me. The stakes were so high, and this game was pivotal for Caleb’s team, but the coast seemed too great. As the horn blared, signaling the game to go

Reese’s P.O.V. The sun hung high in the clear blue sky as Caleb and I strolled along the sandy shore, our footsteps leaving imprints behind us. It had been four weeks since Caleb had returned, four incredible weeks, making it so that at this point, the holiday season was in full swing. The sunny skies and warm water at my feet a stark contrast to the white winter wonderland I had grown up with as a child, but I couldn’t help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation as I experienced my first Christmas in sunny Florida. Palm trees swayed gently in the ocean breeze, their fronds adorned with twinkling lights. The beach was bustling with activity, families and friends soaking up the warmth, laughter echoing in the air. I couldn’t help but smile at the joyous atmosphere that surrounded me. Caleb reached out and took my hand, our fingers entwined as we walked along the shoreline.“What do you think of spending Christmas in the sunshine state, Gorgeous?” he asked me, his voice fille

Reese’s P.O.V.Christmas Day had dawned, filling my heart with warmth and joy. I never had had a close relationship with my own family, and now having been able to spend the holidays with Caleb and his family had shown me just how magical Christmas could really be.I was laying in bed, Caleb next to me snoring softly while his arms were wrapped around my body. Somehow, I had woken up, and ever since I hadn’t been able to fall back asleep. Not that I was worried or anything like that, in fact… I might have insomnia from feeling so Goddamn happy. My thoughts couldn’t help but drift to a possible future. The relationship between Caleb and me had blossomed into something beautiful and meaningful, and I found myself envisioning what our lives would look like a couple of years from now. moving in…he had asked me to move in with himin his new house…our house.I could already imagine lazy Sunday mornings spent cuddled up on the couch, sharing laughter and whispered secrets. I dreamed of h

Reese’s P.O.V.I peered out of the taxi window as the city lights blurred past while I felt bummed. It had been four weeks since I had seen Caleb after he had left for the team again after his Christmas break. Four agonizingly long weeks where I had had to miss him. And now when I had finally had the chance to see him again, my flight had been delayed. Snatching away another couple of hours that I would have to be able to share with him. And now, by arriving much too late, I was forced to take a taxi from the airport to the arena where Caleb was already for the game. Not that he would be playing, but the team still required his attendance. Fans still wanted to see him, that much I could understand. Yes, I understoodthat didn’t make me like it either…Thank God, I had Dana with me this time to keep myself occupied until I would finally be able to see and hold Caleb. At least catch a glimpse of the game. Dana’s excitement tingled in the air, hell… she even looked a bit nervous in all