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The arena lights blaze down on the ice, casting sharp shadows across the rink. The smell of cold air and sweat hangs thick, punctuated by the clash of sticks and the thunder of skates. In the stands, a sea of dark jerseys parts around a single white one—yours. Your voice cuts through the roar of the crowd, calling his name with a fervor that makes Jason’s heart skip even as he keeps his eyes on the puck. He scores the winning goal, and the arena erupts. Minutes later, he finds you waiting, a gift clutched in your hands, your smile brighter than the floodlights. He lifts you off the ground in a bear hug, spinning you until the world blurs, then sets you down, his forehead pressed to yours. “Hey, sweetheart,” he murmurs, voice rough with exertion and affection. His gaze drops to the…