Love You in All Your Forms

The surprise lunch was a pub not far from the rink. It was simple and quaint, just like the relationship forming between Claire and Dominic. He is the nicest guy Claire has ever met and that made her want to be more kind. She is the most passionate woman Dominic has ever met, and he's bringing her fire on to the ice. A lot of people have asked Dominic what has "sparked him" all of the sudden. He just shrugs his shoulders and says something about the city or team. So after their fifth lunch date in as many days, Henrik pulls Dominic aside post practice. A smile is ear to ear on the King's face when he asks "Who is she and when do I get to meet her?" "What?" Dominic says, stunned. "You've blown me off twice this week and every time you look at that fucking phone you can't stop smiling. Does she work for the team or something?" "No..she's an artist." "Name? Don't think I'm not gonna google her."

"Claire..Howe." A long pause, which Dominic has been dreading.

"As in..?"

"Yeah.." An even longer pause.

"Wow! How'd you guys meet?" "I was helping Katie's brother move in upstairs and she hurt herself in the apartment below." "Mooresy to the rescue?" Henrik concludes. "Yeah.." Dominic doesn't know what else to say. "Are you gonna bring her to a game?" "I don't know. I don't even think we're 'official'. Dating and not dating are way too complicated." Henrik nods. "Are you free for some lunch today?" "I think I was gonna meet Claire at that place on 11th." Dominic blushes. "You should come, though. I trust you." Henrik smiles. "Let me shower and I'll be there." "Okay, I'll text Claire and let her know." Dominic says.

A half hour later, Dominic is introducing one of his best friends to his best friend, he thinks. Maybe. Claire is still a mystery in the multiple relationship categories. "So Dom tells me you're an artist. Do anything I've seen?" Henrik asks, casually sipping a glass of water. "The NHL office, in the lobby. The painting behind the receptionists desk is mine." "Oh!" Henrik smiles. "I think I know what you're talking about." She nods. "That one is really special to me." Dominic smiles softly as the phrase 'You're special to me' floats into his brain.

The rest of the lunch is conversation easily flowing around the table. Claire and Henrik seem to really hit it off, which is a huge relief to Dominic. When Dominic gets home, he texts Claire. SO WHAT DO YOU THINK OF COMING TO OUR FIRST GAME BACK AFTER BREAK? A few minutes later: WHEN? That's another thing Dominic likes about Claire: even though they've had lunch together all the time, she's still so independent. FRIDAY- TOMORROW. Claire: YEAH I'M FREE. WHO'S IT AGAINST? Dominic: RED WINGS.

Notes

Sorry this hasn't been posted till now. I want this story to be really good and it's special to me. Vote and let me know what you think!