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The Hockey Alpha was My Childhood Sweetheart #Chapter 173: The Party's Over
Lucas POV"Security, really?" James asked with an eye-roll. He turned toward Shana, not deigning to even acknowledge Victoria and me any longer. "Come on, let's get the fuck out of here."Mrs. Covington looked more than pleased with herself as Shana looked like she was on the verge of tears.Suddenly, I regretted every single action I had taken. I regretted going to my father with the idea to get engaged to Victoria again, and I regretted keeping it all a secret from the two most important people in my life.Seriously, what the hell had I been thinking? Clearly, I wasn't thinking because no one in their right mind would ever do such a thing, knowing that their friends could potentially get hurt.I hated that Shana was looking to James for comfort instead of me right now. I should be the one to reassure her that everything would be okay, and I had just lost that privilege.Neither of them said anything else to us as James steered the both of them out of the party.I was fighting an int
The Hockey Alpha was My Childhood Sweetheart #Chapter 174: Deceived Again
Lucas POV"I'm sorry?" My father asked as his eyes hardened.I decided it was finally time to come clean with my father. I couldn't keep living my life in a web of lies. It was taking a toll on me, and I couldn't handle the pressure anymore.The realization that I've been lying to every single person in my life hit me like a ton of bricks. All it's done is confuse me and hurt people, and I knew I was about to hurt someone else by revealing this.I glanced up at my father, trying to gain the courage to speak the truth."It was all a ploy," I admitted, my voice thick with certainty. "Everything."My father faltered, confused by my confession. He raised an eyebrow, looking genuinely surprised for the first time in a long time. "A ploy? What are you talking about?"Knowing that there was no reversing the damage I had done or the consequences to my own actions, I continued, "Yes. A ploy. I pretended to want to get engaged to Victoria again to help Shana with her debt."My father's face was
The Hockey Alpha was My Childhood Sweetheart #Chapter 175: Unknown Betrayal
I felt numb as James drove us away from the party. My anger and confusion had morphed into disbelief. I didn't even feel like I was living my own reality.James and I had been quiet for the last five minutes. We've been digesting our feelings in the silence.Knowing that the people closest to you could hurt you so brutally and recklessly felt dangerous. I gave Lucas parts of me that nobody had ever seen before.I'd shared things with him that meant something to me, and he just went behind my back.I think what hurt the most was that Lucas was doing it willingly, knowing that there was a possibility I would find out.My brain just couldn't process the fact that Lucas would do this to me.Glancing at James, it felt weird to see him without his normal cheerful smile. I hated that they had done that to him.He looked like he was depleted of any joy, and I missed hearing his constant annoying and obnoxious jokes.How could Lucas and Victoria betray us like this? Did they even care?"I can'
The Hockey Alpha was My Childhood Sweetheart #Chapter 176: A Fight Between Friends
James and I marched up to Grandma Jo's house. James was leading the way and I could feel the anger in his footsteps as they hit the ground.I never thought that I'd say this, but James was scary, especially when he was mad. Right now, I was just happy that James was on my side and that I wasn't the one he was upset with.The betrayal we both experienced tonight felt like an open wound, and now it was time for us to confront it head-on. We were about to figure out exactly what had happened.Without knocking and without a moment's hesitation, James swung open the front door. As it slammed the wall, I flinched and shot daggers up at James.He was going to break Grandma Jo's door!"Lucas! We need to talk!" James's voice thundered through the entrance.Suddenly, I realized just how upset James was. He wasn't going into this as calmy as I thought he would. He was coming in full force, ready to start an argument.Nervous pricked the back of my neck as I spotted Lucas and Victoria sitting on
The Hockey Alpha was My Childhood Sweetheart #Chapter 177: Revealing the Truth
Lucas and Victoria exchanged a glance as if sharing an understanding. The two of them knew that there was no point in avoiding it any longer– the truth had to come out eventually."Alright." Lucas took a deep breath and began, "Shana, James, we owe you an explanation.""You think?" James asked with an eye roll."Would you just let him talk?" Victoria asked, giving James her own glare.His eyes cut to hers with venom. "I don't think you want to try arguing with me right now.""Or what?" Victoria threw her hand on her hips and gave him a pointed stare, as if challenging him. "What are you going to?""Guys, now is not the time to be starting an argument," I interrupted them before they got too into it.It was hard to stop the two of them from wanting to fight with each other.Lucas took a deep breath and gestured to the couch. "You guys may want to sit down, this could take a while.""I'm okay standing," James said with an air of defiance. He crossed his arms over his chest to prove a po
The Hockey Alpha was My Childhood Sweetheart #Chapter 178: Forgiveness Takes Time
Victoria stood from the couch and walked toward James. She leaned in and kissed James on the cheek, a silent apology in the gesture.James's previous hard demeanor softened as his cheeks reddened.Shock washed over Lucas at the unexpected act as his wide eyes met mine.James had told me that there was something going on between him and Victoria, so I wasn't as shocked as him. However, this was my first time seeing them be affectionate with each other with my own eyes and that was surprising enough."Wait, what?" Lucas stammered.James nodded, his expression a mix of sheepishness and pride as he looked down at Victoria. "We've been seeing each other for a while now.""Since when?" Lucas asked, he turned to me and said, "I told you so."I couldn't help but break out into a small fit of giggles. "I knew you would say that when you found out.""Since we won our championship game," James explained, grabbing Victoria's hand. "It's not really official yet."Victoria, probably not wanting to
The Hockey Alpha was My Childhood Sweetheart #Chapter 179: Unexpected Phone Call
"Who is it?" Lucas asked, noticing the stricken look on my face.I showed him my phone screen, his eyes scanning the caller ID. "It's my dad.""Let me answer it." Lucas held out his hand, and I could see the way his jaw tightened.I knew he wasn't happy with my father about what he had done to me. Lucas only wanted to start an argument with him."No, you're going to yell at him.""He deserves more than just that," Lucas argued, his eyes hardening. "He's lucky he's in hiding somewhere, otherwise I would pay him a visit and really let him know how I feel."As harsh as Lucas was being, I agreed with him on some extent and it warmed my heart that he felt so protective over me."Fine, if you don't want me to answer it. You answer it," he encouraged, sensing the gravity of the situation. "Do you want a moment of privacy?"I shook my head, my hand trembling as I answered the call. I wanted Lucas here for moral support, and I wanted him to hear whatever my father had to say.I put my phone on
The Hockey Alpha was My Childhood Sweetheart #Chapter 180: Moving Back In
Lucas POVShana pulled away from my arms, letting her head hang low. She didn't even make eye contact with me as she said, "I think I'm going to go to bed."I nodded, "That's a good idea. You deserve some rest."As I watched Shana walk away, a mix of emotions swirled within me. The events from the night hung heavily in my mind and I knew there was a lot for her to think about. There were probably still things she wanted me to address.She made her way up the stairs and just as she had closed the door to her bedroom, Grandma Jo emerged from her own room. She peeked down at me from the top level, her face a mixture of curiosity and concern.She walked down the stairs and motioned for me to join her in the living room. I felt like a little kid again, getting in trouble with my grandma.She pointed to the couch, and I reluctantly took a seat, watching as she took the spot beside me."Lucas, we need to talk," she said, her tone serious.I nodded, bracing myself for the inevitable conversat
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