Fake Dating Alpha Hockey Captain novel Chapter 93

#Chapter 93: A Sad Goodbye

#Chapter 93: A Sad Goodbye

With so much resolved, my time to leave finally arrives the following morning. I have to say, I’m sad to go. I feel like I’ve found a place here…and with the Malkeye pack. I never thought my life would turn out like this, but I’m grateful for the turn of events.

Alex decides to escort ine back, so the most difficult goodbyes are with Michael and Rita. I feel like I’ve come to understand Rita and hope our connection can last the distance until I return. But I know I may never see Michael again.

I hug Rita, who holds on a little longer and a little tighter than I expected. “You know where to find me,” she says with a smile, but I know that I may not see her for a long time.

I turn to Michael, unsure of what to say. “I am so glad my brother found his future with you,” Michael says as he embraces me. “You are a strong female and I pray to the Great One that your union is blessed,” he adds after a light squeeze,

I try really hard not to cry, but this moment feels so final.

If Michael passes, then Alex will be a disaster. What if I’m not around when that happens? What if I can’t be there for him?

Alex hugs Michael. “I’ll be back sometime next week, brother.”

Micheal pats him on the back when they release from their embrace. “I’ll be here,” Michael replies.

Rita takes Michael’s hand. He lifts their hands to his mouth and kisses Rita’s. Now I know where Alex gets his

charm.

I have to say I’m ready to say goodbye to Alex’s father. While things have not been as awkward between us, I still feel a sense of detachment, like he wants to keep me at arm’s length.

Tala, who hugs me the tightest, whispers in my ear. “I’m here for anything you need.”

“Thank you.”

She looks into my eyes. “My motives are partly shellfish–Iwant my son to have a strong and successful future.”

I purse my lips and she adds, “With you.”

I can’t hide my gratitude and hug her again. I know she will be the example my real mother should have been.

I wave goodbye to everyone as I leave. I’m surprised how many members have filtered out to see us off.

“See you all soon!” Alex calls out, then grabs my hand and leads me out into the woods,

Once we’re out of sight of the rest of the pack, he grins at me from ear to ear.

“Not right now, horn–dog!” I tease…though I mean it.

“Aha! Not that…though I wouldn’t mind. I thought maybe you want to stretch your legs?”

A relief, but a disappointment as well. “What about your shoes?”

Alex nods to my backpack. “I’ll even carry it.”

“Then how can I say no?”

We both remove our shoes. Alex takes my bag, loosens the straps, and stuffs our shoe in, zipping it up and slinging it over his shoulders.

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#Chapter 93: A Sad Goodbye

He smacks me on the butt.

“Hey!” I yell, unable to stifle a giggle.

He raises an eyebrow, his excitement palpable. “Ready?”

I close my eyes, thinking about our run. “Ready.” I visualize myself running through the woods, playfully chasing the one I love.

And the shift begins.

Thank goodness Alex was able to come back with me: There’s no way I would have found my way home without him. And he was right, my shoes were fine.

After we shifted back, I could see the excitement in Alex’s eyes. Running like that is so freeing, and doing it together is so exotic. I don’t know why. Must be my inner wolf.

I lean against a tree, panting for breath, mostly because I’m out of shape. Alex saunters up to me and pins me against it with his body. “Tired already?” His voice is husky and his hands rub up and down my waist and hips.

I think our little run turned him on. I think it worked for me, too.

I put my hands up his shirt and run my fingers over his abs. I could never get tired of doing this. “Not if you give me a reason not to be.”

Alex rolls his hips forward and I can feel the bulge in his pants. He kisses my neck and rubs my chest above my clothes. Then growls, “I wish we didn’t have to wait…”