Ice Dreams Part 2 Read online

  Madison opened up the patio door and stepped inside. “It’s our little secret.”

  She walked across the room and plopped on her couch. She quickly fell asleep again. She awoke to a knocking at her door. She looked at her phone and noticed it was two in the morning.

  She got up and looked through her peephole. She gasped as she opened the door. “Hunter!”

  He smiled as he scoped her up and twirled her around the room. His lips crushed hers as he kicked the door shut. He walked over to the couch and lay on top of her. His lips continued their attack as if they hadn’t seen each others in years. When he pulled back Madison gasped for air.

  He looked down at her. “Hey sweetheart, you are sight for sore eyes.”

  “I’ve missed you too.”

  He kissed her again as he pulled her off the couch. “I told you that I would be here tonight.”

  Maddy frowned. “You could have slept like a normal person and come in the morning.”

  “Hell no, I wanted to see my girl.”

  She smiled at him. “I’m happy to see you too.”

  He pulled her back into his arms. “How was your drive?”

  “Exhausting, I’m so tired.”

  He pulled her towards the bedroom and lay her down next to him. “Shut your eyes and get some rest. We can talk in the morning.”

  Madison smiled as she leaned over and kissed him lightly. “I’m really happy that you are here.”

  “Me too,” Hunter said and kissed her nose.

  CHAPTER TWO

  Madison woke up to sunlight filling her bedroom. She stretched and rolled over to face Hunter. He looked peaceful as he slept the morning away. She slowly rose and walked towards the bathroom. She turned on the shower and hoped that she wouldn’t wake him up.

  She reached for her shampoo and stood underneath the warm water. She felt her heart race as she heard the bathroom door open and close. “Hunter?”

  “Yes?”

  “What are you up too?” she asked nervously. Hunter was the first man who had seen her naked but never like this. She knew he couldn’t see her through the stained shower glass but it still didn’t calm her nerves.

  “I woke up and you were gone. I wanted to find you.”

  Madison took a deep breath as the last of the shampoo rinsed from her body. She could see his reflection through the glass. She kept her eyes on his image as he reached for the handle. She slowly released the breath she was holding as he stepped into the shower with her.

  He didn’t say anything to her as his hand reached around her neck and pulled her lips to his. She melted against his solid chest. Her embarrassment faded as his fingers trailed down her back and slid over her bare, wet skin.

  Madison braced herself against Hunter as she opened her eyes, his eyes darkened as he captured her lips again. He twirled her around and placed his hands on the wall behind her.

  He moaned. “You are gorgeous, Madison. Your body is perfect.” She blushed and closed her eyes. She felt the water pour over them as he whispered, “Look at me, Maddy.”

  She opened her eyes and sighed. “I don’t know why I get so nervous when I’m around you. I’m so inexperienced.”

  He smiled as he turned the water off and opened the shower door. Madison couldn’t help but check out his backside as he wrapped a towel around himself. He grabbed a dry towel from a box on the floor and reached for her hand. He slowly wrapped the towel around her and pulled her close to him.

  “Madison, I would hope by now that you would trust me and know that I would never pressure you into anything. I want to create a life with you.”

  She leaned into him and kissed his lips. “I know, Hunter. Thank you for going at my pace.”

  He ran his fingers down her cheek. “Come on, let’s get dressed and I will make you breakfast.”

  Madison smiled. “I would love that but I don’t have any food.”

  He took her hand and led her back into the bedroom. “I guess we will have to go shopping first.”

  She grabbed a pair of shorts, a pink t-shirt and sat on the bed as he finished getting ready. “Can I ask you a question?”

  “You can ask me anything.”

  “Do you think I bit off more than I can chew? I moved to a different country to start a career that I have no knowledge in and left my parents behind. I doubt they will ever talk to me again.” She started to cry into her hands.

  Hunter sat on the bed next to her. “You will be fine, Madison. You are scared. It’s understandable. You are starting over and embarking on a new journey.”

  “Did I do the right thing?”

  Hunter wrapped his arm around her shoulders. “Yes. We have all experienced the fear of moving away from our parents but we did it a lot earlier than you. The advantage to that is we know what you are going through and can help.”

  Madison lifted her head and kissed him lightly. “Thank you.”

  “I’m here for you, Maddy. Finish getting ready and we will head over to Carter’s and then the grocery store. I’m off tonight but I need to head back to the city first thing in the morning.”

  She nodded as she tied her hair into a ponytail and grabbed her purse. Hunter opened her door and they were greeted by her new neighbor, Mike.

  “Man, she wasn’t joking. You are Hunter Longo!” He reached out to shake his hand. Hunter looked back at Madison.

  “Hunter, this is my neighbor, Mike.”

  Mike grinned from ear to ear. “You are my hockey idol. You are amazing.”

  “Thank you. I guess we will be seeing a lot of each other.”

  Mike nodded. “I’m looking forward to getting to know Madison better.”

  Hunter frowned and reached for her hand. “We need to head out.”

  Madison waved at Mike as she followed Hunter down the stairs and out into the parking lot. Hunter opened his truck door for her as she stopped. “What’s wrong?”

  “You mean besides the fact that he was checking you out?”

  Madison stared at him. “No, he wasn’t.”

  Hunter lifted her into the cab and shut the door. He climbed into the driver’s seat and headed towards Carter’s. “You still don’t realize how beautiful you are, Madison. You turn all the guys’ heads. You just don’t notice it.”

  “You are being crazy. He’s more in love with you then me. Last night, once he found out I was dating the incredible Hunter Longo, that’s all he wanted to talk about.”

  Hunter looked at her as he pulled into Carter’s driveway. “Last night?”

  She shrugged. “I was reading on the balcony and he was out there as well. That’s how we were introduced.”

  He jumped out of the truck. Madison didn’t understand what she did wrong as he opened her door and helped her out. “Hunter, please stop. Tell me what I did wrong.”

  He took a deep breath and looked into her eyes. “You didn’t do anything wrong. This is all on me.”

  “How can I help?”

  He shook it off. “Come on, Carter is dying to see you.”

  As they climbed the front stairs, the front door opened and Carter ran out and grabbed her. “Maddy! I’m so happy that you are here.”

  “Hey Carter, I haven’t been gone that long.”

  “I’m just excited that you are living here now,” Carter said as he hugged her again.

  She looked at him and saw a genuine smile on his face. They had their differences growing up. Carter received all the love from their parents but he was trying to make up for it. He was helping her get on her feet.

  Carter turned to Hunter. “Did you get the call from Coach this morning?”

  He shook his head. “No, I haven’t checked my messages yet.”

  “He wants us back at the arena tonight.”

  Hunter sighed. “God damn it!”

  “Yeah, it pissed me off too.”

  He looked at Madison. “I’m so sorry, baby.”

  “It’s ok, Hunter. It’s your job. Plus it’s playoff time. I will hang out
with Alicia.”

  Madison disappeared into the house and found Alicia making breakfast. “Good morning.”

  “Hey Maddy, how was the first night at your apartment.”

  “It was great. Thank you so much for all your help yesterday. I have so much to still unpack.”

  “Yeah, did you hear that the boys need to go back tonight?”

  She nodded. “We were going to stop at the grocery store but I guess plans will change now.”

  “Don’t worry about it. I can take you around town and show you around.”

  “Thanks Alicia.”

  “Sit down and eat some breakfast. I made plenty.”

  Madison grabbed a dish and loaded up on pancakes. She took her plate onto the deck and enjoyed the spring breeze. She felt his hands on her shoulder as he sat down next to her. “Sorry again about tonight.”

  Maddy smiled. “I know the lifestyle, Hunter. Don’t sweat it. Alicia will take me around and show me the town. You need to focus on the game.”

  “I don’t deserve you.” He leaned over and kissed her lips lightly. She found herself lost his kiss until Carter stepped onto the deck.

  “We need to work out some ground rules because I can’t take you making out with my sister.”

  Alicia laughed. “Leave them alone, they are in love with each other.”

  Madison broke away from his kiss as she saw the panic in his eyes. She hopped from her chair and ran down the stairs onto the beach. Before she made it very far, Hunter grabbed her arm and stopped her.

  “Madison, don’t run away.”

  She couldn’t look at him. “I saw that look in your eyes, Hunter. You can’t deny that hearing those words freaked you out.”

  He sighed as he pulled her back against his chest. He leaned down and whispered in her ear. “It just took me off guard. We haven’t talked about that yet. I don’t know how you are feeling about everything.”

  Madison closed her eyes and sighed. “I’m sorry. You are right.” She turned around to face him. “We need to have the talk though.”

  “I agree. We should be finished with this series by the weekend and I will be home for a couple of days. Let me make you dinner.”

  Madison nodded. “That sounds good to me.”

  “Come on, let’s go and enjoy what little time that we do have.”

  As they climbed the stairs Alicia was waiting for them. “I’m so sorry, guys. I jumped the gun, didn’t I?”

  Hunter laughed. “You are always putting your foot into your mouth, Alicia.”

  “Please tell me that I didn’t ruin anything.”

  Hunter looked at Madison and kissed her lightly. “Nope, we are fine.”

  “Maddy, we need to talk about the wedding plans too,” Alicia stated as she walked back into the house.

  They followed her into the kitchen as Madison sat on the barstool. “I know. I really want to pick out my dress.”

  “The guys are gone for the next few days. We will run over to the bridal boutique and shop.” Alicia clapped her hands.

  “I’m going to steal Maddy away for now,” Hunter said as he grabbed her hand. “Carter, I will see you tonight.”

  She quickly hugged her brother and ran out the front door with Hunter. “Where are you taking me?”

  “It’s a surprise.”

  He drove them into town. Madison loved the small town feel. It was quaint and quiet. “I love this town. How busy does it get during the summer months?”

  “Extremely, it’s when the town makes its money. The beach shops will open, the small restaurants and all the boutiques will be in full swing. I just love it here.” His voice trailed off.

  She waited for him to park in front of the grocery store when she grabbed his hand. “What’s wrong?”

  “I guess I should tell you now before you hear it somewhere else.” He paused. “There are trade rumors swirling about me. My agent called me last night and said teams are asking to talk to me after the season is over.”

  “Traded? Where are you going to end up?”

  “I don’t know. Madison, I feel horrible about this but no matter what happens. We will figure it out.”

  She hopped from his truck and started to walk down the sidewalk. She took a deep breath as she felt him behind her. She turned to face him and wipe the tears from her eyes. They were interrupted by some fans. He stopped and signed autographs as Madison walked over to the small park and sat on the bench.

  He walked over to her and sat down. “Tell me what you are thinking about.”

  “I don’t want to lose you.” She quietly stated.

  Hunter sighed. “And you won’t, Maddy. If I get traded, I will always find my way home to you.”

  She looked at him. “I’m your home?”

  He grabbed her hand and kissed it lightly. “Yes. You don’t realize how important you have become to me. I never thought a relationship could be like this. Nothing feels real to me until I share it with you.”

  He stood up and pulled her to his chest. “Every time that I’m around you, I feel the power between us: the spark, the energy. You have become so important to me. The minute I thought I lost you for good, I knew I had to find my way back. Madison Sinclair, I love you with all my heart.”

  She started to cry again as she leaned in and kissed him. She wrapped her arms around his neck as he embraced her. She pulled back just enough to whisper, “I love you too, Hunter.”

  He smiled as he kissed her again. He grazed her lower lip with his teeth as he pulled away. “Please don’t worry about the rumors. We will deal with them when we need to.”

  She nodded. “Come on. Buy me some food so I don’t starve.”

  They walked into the grocery store hand in hand as he grabbed a cart. Madison laughed. “You look so domestic. You wouldn’t know you were a million dollar hockey player.”

  He chuckled. “Hey, I do all my own cooking. I have a maid who cleans my place but that’s it. This man knows how to take care of himself.”

  Madison smiled as she reached for the vegetables. They laughed and she felt at peace. He loved her. She leaned over and kissed him. The kiss quickly turned into something more. She felt the electricity as his hands left the cart and grabbed her. She felt his tongue move passed her lips as he deepened the kiss.

  He pulled back slightly. “We need to go, now.”

  Madison smirked at him. “We need to pay for the groceries.”

  He reached for his wallet and pushed the cart to the front of the store. He paid for her groceries and headed for his truck.

  He caged her against the bed of his truck and kissed her again. She moaned softly as her nails racked down his back. “I need you, Madison.”

  She needed him too. “Then take me, Hunter.”

  He groaned as he opened the door and helped her step up into it. He hopped into the driver seat. “Buckle up.”

  Madison’s heart beat rapidly. She knew she wanted to make love to him. She just hoped she had the courage and the strength when the time came.

  CHAPTER THREE

  He walked up the staircase to her apartment and pushed her back against the door. He captured her lips and deepened the kiss immediately. She moaned as she braced herself against his chest. “Open the door, Madison. I don’t think I want Mike to look through his peephole right now. My eyes are only allowed to see your skin flushed, to hear your deep breathing and feel how hot you are against me.”

  She closed her eyes as she listened to his voice. She dug through her purse to find her key and opened the lock. He pushed them into the apartment and closed the door. Madison continued to watch him as he stalked her across the room. “Tell me stop, Madison. You need to tell me stop if you aren’t ready for this.”

  She took a deep breath. “I want you too, Hunter.”

  He scooped her up and walked her to the bedroom. He laid her down on the bed and moved over her. “You are my world, Madison.”

  He slowly lifted her shirt from her body and kissed his way down her neck
to her chest. She tensed slightly when he reached around and unhooked her clasp. “You are beautiful.”

  Madison smiled as she reached for the hem on his shirt and lifted it over his head. Her fingers traced over his chest as she admired the view. He kissed her deep again as he slid down her body.

  “Stop being so nervous, Madison. I promise you that it will feel amazing. Just let me take care of you.” He undid her zipper and slid her shorts down her legs. He kissed the arch of her foot as he discarded her shorts onto the floor.

  Madison closed her eyes as she felt his lips climb up her leg. The only thing between her and Hunter was a thin layer of lace. His hands massaged her as she softly moaned. She arched her back as his lips covered the lace. “Hunter.”

  He lifted his head as he stood up and removed his shorts. Madison couldn’t take her eyes off of his body. He was chiseled and breathtaking. She started to feel uneasy and he quickly noticed. “Madison, don’t over think things. I can see it on your face. You are so beautiful. Are you sure you are ready?”

  She nodded slowly. “Please Hunter.”

  He grabbed her lacy thong and slid it down her legs and piled it with her other clothes. She heard him take a deep breath. He leaned over to the nightstand and grabbed the condom that she didn’t even notice he had put there.

  When the moment arrived, Madison couldn’t explain what happened to her. Her body tensed and then with the help of his skilled hands, quickly relaxed. “Open your eyes, Maddy.”

  She opened them and looked into his darkened eyes. “I never knew it could be like this.”

  Hunter groaned as he moved again. “Are you ok?”

  “Yes. Please don’t stop.”

  Hunter continued to work her body and bring her to a level of ecstasy that she never knew existed. As her world exploded around her, she raised her hands and grabbed the headboard behind her.

  Hunter leaned down and found her lips again. She moved her hands back to his sweaty hair and grabbed onto him. His movements slowed down as he came to his senses again. “God, that was incredible.” Hunter remarked as he moved from her body. He got up and walked into the bathroom. Moments later he returned and crawled next to her.