All Chapters of Claimed By My Ex's Rival Hockey Captain: Chapter 61 - Chapter 70

Orion POV The silence is broken by Jasper. Of course he is the one to break it.“ Instead of thinking someone did it deliberately, why not consider the fact that someone was filming practice which happens all the time.It could be a fan who sneaked out of a scout or a journalist…anyone could have posted this." He argues.There's another knock on the door, and James pokes his head in. "Coach, there are reporters outside.” He announces.“They're asking about the incident with Hayes and the rookie. What do you want me to tell them?" He continues to ask."Tell them no comment," Coach says immediately, but I can see the strain on his face. "Tell them that the matter is being handled internally.We're investigating.” the coach replied."They're asking if Hayes will be suspended," James adds, looking uncomfortable."No comment means no comment," Coach repeats firmly.As James leaves, I catch sight of Nolan through the open door. He's standing with a group of players and when our eyes meet,

Seeing my reaction, Fiona scoffs.“ I'll tell you what you have left, Nolan.You have nothing," Fiona says, answering her own question. "You have nothing and the woman you're obsessed with? She wants nothing to do with you. All you have is hockey. If you destroy your career over some pathetic attempt to win back a lost love, you will regret it for the rest of your life."The silence that follows is heavy. A part of me wants to argue, to defend myself and make her understand. But another part... a part I don't want to acknowledge... knows she's right."I'm not doing this to get Bailey back," I finally say and I'm surprised by how steady my voice sounds. "I'm doing this to replace Hayes as captain. This is about my career, not about her. My career comes first." I try to explain even when I know it's total bullshit.Indeed, I do want to mess with Orion and take everything that he cherishes and includes the position of Captain at Blackhawks. But it's his relationship with Bailey that tri

Bailey POVWe slip out of the house at five before the paparazzi and those damn reporters camped outside our gates.To avoid being discovered, Talia picked us up in her car and drove us to the airport.Our bags were packed last night,just enough for a week of escape.We make it to the airport without incident.Orion is printing our tickets when my phone rings.It's Orion's mom.My heart skips. Does she know about the vacation? Is she calling to tell us the legal situation has gotten worse?"Hello?" I answer, keeping my voice low."Bailey, sweetheart," Mrs. Hayes' warm voice fills my ear and I can hear the smile in it. "Orion told me about your little getaway."I glance at Orion, who is focused on the self-check-in kiosk, and step a few feet away for privacy."Mrs. Hayes, I…""Please, call me Diana." she interrupts gently. "You can even call me mom, I don't mind.” She adds and despite the tension, I find myself smiling.“ Before you start apologizing or feeling guilty about leaving dur

Bailey POVThe sun melts into the ocean painting the sky in shades of amber and rose that I've never seen anywhere else. We're sitting on the upper deck of the yacht, my back against Orion's chest, his arms wrapped loosely around me as we watch the last of the light bleed into the horizon."I don't think I've ever seen anything that beautiful," I whisper. Sunsets in Michigan or Chicago ain't this beautiful.Orion's lips brush against my temple. "I haven't looked at the sunset once," he murmurs. "I've been looking at you."I turn to find him already watching me, his blue eyes darker than usual in the fading light, and something in his expression makes my breath catch.“ Bailey, you are more beautiful than this sunset. You are the most beautiful thing I have ever seen.” He murmurs, his lips lingering dangerously near mine. I can feel our breath mingling and sending tingles straight to my core.The blush that spreads my face can't be hidden. I mean, I don't even want to hide it.Orion h

Bailey POVAfter he leaves, the house feels suffocatingly quiet.Diana excuses herself, saying something about making tea, though I think she just needs a moment to cry privately.Richard squeezes Orion's shoulder. "We're going to get through this, son."Then he leaves too and now, it's just Orion and me on the couch.I finally let myself fall apart.The tears come hard and fast, and Orion pulls me into his lap, holding me while I sob into his chest."I'm sorry," I keep saying. "I'm so sorry, this is all my fault…""Bailey, stop," he says firmly, tilting my face up to look at him. "This is not your fault. This is Nolan being a vindictive bastard. It's none of your fault." He tries to reassure me."But if I hadn't…if we hadn't…""Then I wouldn't have you," he interrupts, slowly wiping my tears.“I'd rather face this with you than have a peaceful life without you. Do you understand?"I nod, even though I don't really believe it.I am the reason Nolan is coming after him in full force.T