Maddox's POV

DING

Sweetheart (2:42) Hey Sugar, Macey's having a melt down. Is it okay if she comes here before we head to the show?

I smile down at my phone. She still isn't used to it being our home even though I have tried to make her see it since she got back two days ago. 

Maddox (2:43) You don't need to check with me sweetheart, it's your home too.

I tuck it back in my bag before going back out to the field. Today is our final practice before the game tomorrow. This game decides whether or not we got to the Superbowl or not. To say I was focusing all my energy here was an understatement. The time apart from Zethora did me some good. I realized how much I relied on her after Sammy's death. With her gone, I focused everything into my team. Everyone could tell I was distracting myself from her being gone but they were happy to oblige... It did get us this far. 

"Alright men, last play for the day." 

I get set looking at my teammates. This sweaty group of men all in it for one common goal. I yell hike and everyone gives it 100%. I throw a spiral down field where Tyler catches before getting tackled to the ground. 

"Good Job men! Everyone be safe tonight. Patriots won't know what's coming for them tomorrow. Be here at 10 tomorrow!" 

Hoots and hollers were released as we all take off for the locker room. Tyler comes up bumping my shoulder while Luke goes to his left. 

"Your girl is have a melt down." Tyler groans at my comment rubbing his face. Luke just chuckles at his reaction. I'm guessing my statement comes as no surprise to him. 

"I will be happy when this show happens tonight. She has been stressed about it. Apparently some big magazines are coming tonight." 

"You know what can help relieve stress right?" 

Luke gets shoved by Tyler who runs to the showers while we chuckle at him. He definitely has his hands full with Macey. She comes to pick him up every practice. Macey has come in to a few practices and called out his mistakes out over the entire team. Even the coach laughed at her calling her down to his side. Tyler turn red from embarrassment until she began calling everyone out. She's become quite a pain in the ass but she's also Z's best friend sooo.. Regardless, anyone can tell their a solid couple.

"Alright man, you headin home?"I nod to Luke before throwing my sweaty jersey off. I turn to him as he clears his throat. "Hope you don't mind but Cass asked me to accompany her tonight." 

I grit my teeth knowing this was coming. Over the last few months, Cass has spent quite a bit of time with Sheila. Helping her through her chemo treatments and in return spending time with Luke. The only reason I am not pounding his ass right now is due to the fact that since my sister has been around, he hasn't been with any woman. I know he is trying to prove to her what he wants. In return, also showing me that he is serious. Luke has taken Cass and Jackie out a few times for movie nights and dinners. At first, I was pissed but Zethora talked me down from breaking his jaw. 

I just nod my head as he pats my back heading off to his locker. I take a deep breath trying to not focus on him trying to get with my sister. Instead focusing on Zethora's outfit tonight. I remember the dress when Macey designed it and fuck if it wasn't sexy as hell. It's red and has cut outs on the side. It shows a LOT of skin which irks me as much as it turns me on. I don't want every fucking guy looking at her. This is also our first public outing together and I know the paparazzi is going to go crazy. 

Heading out of the stadium, I hop into my truck heading to home. Getting there quickly to find Macey walking out of the house. She looks incredible in her form fitted dress. Her blonde hair curled and make up done to perfection. 

"You look good Mace!" 

"Thanks Dox..." She walks by waving as she gets into her car driving off. I step into the house to find Fox sleeping on the couch. 

Hearing curses coming from upstairs, I head in that direction. My eyes practically bulge out of my head seeing Zethora in the closet getting my suit out. She is already ready to leave. Fuck me! Her red dress fitting better than I ever could have expected and her muscles are more defined. Her time away making her more toned than before and damn if she isn't flexible. 

She turns to look at me and I get a full view of her face. Macey has put some make up on her but not enough to hide her beauty. Her hair is all down with a natural wave to it. Damn, if she isn't the most beautiful thing I have ever seen. My eyes drinking her all in. She blushes which I find incredibly adorable. It's been months and she still seems surprised by my attention towards her. 

"Sugar..." Her tone has a warning in it. "Get dressed, I can NOT be late otherwise Macey will have my head." 

I groan knowing she is right. Macey is a force to be reckoned with and I am determined to not get on her bad side. She walks into the bathroom putting her earrings in. I take off my jacket and shirt before beginning to put my white button up on. Hands begin slithering around my waist playing with my waist line. I inhale sharply as she dips her hands down. I whip around to see her smirk. 

"Don't start something you can't finish." 

Her smirk still fully intact making me raise an eyebrow. Ten minutes later and I can say... she finishes what she starts. Jesus her mouth is a god send. She kisses me as i'm still heaving coming down from my high. 

"If were late, I'm blaming you." She just chuckles helping button me up. I get my pants on as she's doing my tie. "Sweetheart, are you sure you won't be too cold in that?"

"I will be frozen Sugar... It's January in Wisconsin." I frown at her knowing she is right. She tilts my chin pecking my lips. "I got you to keep me warm." 

I nod as we get our jackets on heading out. Fox gives kisses before we leave. Getting into the truck, my hand instinctively goes to her thigh rubbing it gently with my thumb. 

"Sugar, remember to behave with Luke and Cass." 

I groan dropping my head forward as I grip her thigh. I know she is right but it has been difficult since I've know how much of a player he used to be. I nod reluctantly as she kisses my cheek. We pull up to the venue and as predicted, there is a red carpet. I feel Zethora tense beside me. Taking her hand, I kiss it making her look to me. Her eyes focusing solely on me as I give her a passionate kiss. Her tense body relaxing against me. After a minute, I climb out going around to open her door. The camera's go wild flashing immediately. 

She grasp my hand getting down from the truck. Her long legs looking like they go on for miles. Her dress still hidden under the coat. She puts a soft smile on as I wrap my arm around her waist. The reporters yelling at us. We ignore them stopping only once for photos before continuing on. We get inside and are taken to our seats in the front row. I realize our seats our next to Tyler, Luke, and Cass. The boys are sitting but Cass and Macey must be in the back. Zethora leans over kissing my cheek before heading off. 

"Please tell me Zethora's dress fit." Turning towards him, Tyler looks concerned leaving me confused. I nod my head making him relax. "Macey was nervous she wouldn't wear it." 

"She's in it." 

A few minutes later, Cass and Zethora come back to their seats as the lights dim. The show begins and everyone applauds Macey's work. She definitely has a talent for fashion. I loved the fitness attire she presented. Cass informed me it was based off of Zethora. At the end, I am shocked when Macey walks out on stage to announce her final piece. At that time, Zethora stood up taking off her jacket walking to the edge of the stage before walking the runway. I wolf whistle proud of my girl as the cameras flash wildly. 

"That's my girl!" 

She turns winking at me making me grin back. She walks back to the edge giving Macey a kiss on the cheek before coming back to me. I stand up kissing her hard before we sit down. The crowd still clapping. We then turn to see Macey taking her bow and Zethora stands up clapping rapidly. I hoot and holler for Macey along with Luke, Tyler, and Cass. The show ins and the after party is set but I have other plans and they only include my sweetheart and our bed. 

No party tonight for us...