mama bear

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The days leading up for my first roadie with Dallas was stressful.
Everything had to be done and sent in before I could even start on packing.
What made this trip more stressful was that it was the first mom's trip.
"Are we going to tell our moms?" Jamie asks from his spot on my bed with Prada.
I groan throwing a shoe at my suitcase.
I shoot a glare at Jamie who was chuckling at my frustration.
"Okay yeah laugh it off big boy. Go ahead. I may have to dress to impress but at least I don't have to win games because my mom is there." I huff throwing my other shoe into my suitcase.
A pair of muscular arms wrap around my waist pulling me back against a strong chest.
"You need to drink about a bottle of wine and take a nap then pack."
I close my eyes leaning against Jamie.
"You're stressing yourself out. I know this is a lot but it's nothing you can't handle. You dealt with the mom's trip for Nashville. You can deal with it here. I promise all of our moms are lovable and so sweet and your mom is coming so that makes it easier right?" He hums into my hair.
I shake my head thinking about how I would have to impress my mom and the public relations team on this trip.
"No, Jamie. It makes it worse. I have to impress everyone. I have to make sure everyone is happy. I have to make sure your mom likes me. I have to make sure the other moms like me. If they don't like me then it's over."
Jamie tightens his arms around my waist kissing my shoulder.
"They are all going to love you as long as you are yourself. You are such an amazing person just be you." He murmurs in my ear before turning me around.
He pecks my lips before playing with my hair.
"So we're telling our moms?"
I nod my head as I mess with his hoodie strings.
  "We have to. If we don't they'll find out anyways." I say quietly as he presses a kiss to my forehead.
  "Tyler and Jackie are coming over to the house tonight to catch up with me and my mom. You and Ben should come over with your mom. We can kinda tell them then that way when they see us act like couple they won't ask questions." He suggests as he backs away from me picking up Prada who was at his feet.
  "You can come too, princess. Yes you can."
I giggle seeing him interact with my small fur ball.
  "Yeah that sounds good with me. Mom was just going to come over and see the house. So, that's better than her asking about what was going on in Nashville because I don't feel like telling her everything that was going on."
I grab my phone from the dresser where I was playing the newest Ariana Grande album.
To: annoying one
Want to take a trip to Jamie's tonight with mom?
From: annoying one
Oooo are you gonna tell mama about you and Chubs? Ooooooo. Bahaha yeah I'll be there. Please don't let Jamie cook! he gave me food poisoning last time I ate his food.
To: annoying one
Shut up asshat! Yes we are telling mom and we are telling his mom. Uhhh okay? That was probably on purpose. I would give you food poisoning too. Side note, be at Jamie's by 5:30. I will stab you with a butter knife if you're late. Love ya broski! 💙💙
I smile and slide my phone in my legging side pocket before looking at Jamie.
"Benji is in. Mom will be in too."
Jamie smiles and walks over to me as he holds Prada.
"You know you need to pack before we go to my house."
I nod my head glaring at my suitcase and bag.
"I'll help you pack your suitcase if you get everything that you need together."
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A soft grunt falls from my lips as my back hits my soft mattress.
I was so happy when I got this mattress because of how soft and comfortable it was.
"Baby, i got to head out."
I pout up at him.
"I'll take Prada with me and then you can get ready and tidy your house up before your mom comes. Then you can come over whenever you want and you don't have to worry about Prada. My mom just landed so I have to go. I'll grab a few of her toys and treats and a few things for her on my way out." He murmurs softly as he plays with my hair.
I stare up at the gentle giant before me. My heart swells at how he was so concerned about me being as calm as possible and relaxed.
I simply nod my head and kiss him gently.
"That sounds amazing. Thank you, Jamie." I tell him gently before ruffling his hair.
"Don't keep your mom waiting. I'm sure she will not be happy if you are late picking her up."
He chuckles and kisses me gently before scooping Prada up.
"Let's go princess. You're going to meet my mom. She's going to love you." He coos to my puppy before walking out of my bedroom.
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My house was as clean as it was going to get when Ben texts telling me that he was pulling up with mom. I open the door walking outside in a pair of chunky heels, a dark denim jean with the knee out and distressed marks along my thigh and shin along with a pink ribbed lace up top that was tucked into my jeans.
  "Mama bear!" I call running to greet her as she got out.
I wrap my arms around my mother hugging her close.
I haven't seen her in months and the time has really made me miss everything about her.
  "Bri baby, I have missed you so much. I am so happy that both of my children are here in Dallas."
I pull back before grinning widely. I pull Ben towards us so we are in a Bishop family group hug.
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After showing my mom and brother around my home pointing out little things that would make my mother smile or Ben chuckle, it was time to fill my mom in on the plan.
  "So, mama, instead of staying here all night we're all actually going to hang out with a few of the other players and their moms." I hum as I lean against my island smacking Ben as he jumps on the island.
  "Oh? Who all is going to be there? I look a mess right now!"
Ben and I let out soft laughs at our mom before I speak up.
  "Tyler Seguin and his mom then Jamie Benn and his mom."
A warm smile spreads on her face before nodding.
  "Okay well lets go!" She insists grabbing her purse and walking to Ben's car.
  "You have your bags packed?" Ben smirks as he walks beside me out to the car.
  "Shut up, dumb ass. Yes but I'm coming back here tonight. Jamie wants to spend time with his mom and I want some one on one time with our mom."
  "He's so whipped. He would have never taken a girls dog and kept it before but now he practically shared custody of Prada."
I give him a sharp punch to the arm making him groan.
  "Shut up! Mom doesn't know yet!" I whisper yell before getting in the back seat.
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My legs ache from the car ride due to the fact I made the mistake of sitting behind Ben and not my mom.
I get out leading my mom to the front door while Ben struggles getting out. I never could understand how my brother drove with his lanky legs in his small car until I sat behind him.
Before I could even knock the door was open and soft barks could be heard.
I laugh and hug Jamie.
  "Mom loves Prada. She hasn't let the poor dog down."
I giggle hearing his words in my ear before pulling away and walking inside to greet Tyler.
  "Hey Ty." I grunt bumping into him as I usually do to greet him.
  "And I though you would be nicer since j-our moms are here."
I glare at him seeing as he almost slipped up and I haven't even been in the house for a full five minutes.
I smile as he introduces me to his mother, who was the absolute sweetest: I could see where Tyler got his smile and personality from.
We all three walk into the living room where Jamie is with his mother, my mom, Prada , and Ben.
Ben was on the floor his legs spread out playing tug of war with Prada as Jamie's mom watches closes all the while my mom and Jamie were in a deep discussion about god knows what.
I nudge Ben as I walk towards Jamie and my mom.
  "Jamie was just telling me about your breakdown the other day."
I pause before sighing heavily knowing what she meant.
  "Oh my god why is this such a popular topic?"
What had happened is that I was having a rough day and then Tyler and Ben ate all of my snacks so I started crying out of pure frustration. This in turn caused me to have a full breakdown ranting to poor Miro about how much I hated Ben and Tyler for eating my snacks.
  "Because it was hilarious. You should have seen the rookie's face mom! He was so scared and it was great!" Ben snorts before grunting as Prada pounces on him barely missing his crotch.
  "Jamie, don't embarrass her like that!" His mother scolds before joining the circle we had formed.
  "I'm Heather, Jamie's mom."
I smile and extend my hand for a hand shake.
She gives me a look before hugging me.
  "Oh my, i am a hugger doll."
I giggle and glance at Jamie during the hug.
  "I'm Brianna but most everyone calls me Brie or the boys like to call me Breeze or Breezy. You can honestly call me whatever and I'll respond.
I smile hearing her laugh at comment.
I shove Tyler gently as he kept swaying from side to side.
  "I swear I will break your ankle if keep bumping into me."
  "She's feisty. I'm glad you all have her. She is probably the only one to keep you in check." Jackie says smiling at me with her happy smile.
I giggle before looking at Jamie who let out a overly loud laugh.
  "Yeah she keeps some of us in check more than others." Ben snickers elbowing Tyler gently.
I roll my eyes at how the pair just laughed like frat boys.
  "I give you permission to slap Jamie if he gets out of hand." Heather says giving Jamie a look before offering me a smile.
I grin before shaking my head.
  "Thank you, but I don't think I'll have a problem with Jamie. These two over here are a different story."
This causes everyone besides Tyler and Ben to laugh.
  "Thanks mean!" Tyler whines before Ben nods.
  "At least we aren't shoving our tongues down the ca-" Ben was about to finish when Jamie cuts him off.
  "You finish that sentence and you'll be running laps around the AAC." He says in a cold voice making me shiver slightly.
I had heard him use that tone only once before and that's because we were out and someone was picking on a man with a handicap.
This shut the boys up and made the whole room still.
The moms all looked at Jamie to see as if what that was about.
I knew my face was red from the moment Ben gave me a sort of apologetic look.
I take a soft breath before shaking my head.
"They were going to say that at least there weren't shoving their tongue down the captains throat." I mutter glancing at Jamie.
He stares at me his eyes soft as if asking if I want to do this still.
I give him a slight nod of reassurance before glancing at my mom.
  "They would be saying that and teasing me about it because Jamie and I are uh together."
I glance between Heather and my mom trying to see what their reactions were.
  "We were going to tell you later but the idiots over there couldn't keep their mouths shut. I'm sorry about this being so soon. I really wanted you to get to know Brie before you found out." Jamie tells his mom gently messing with his watch.
Heather breaks into a smile before hugging me.
  "Oh my goodness I am glad you with him. He needs someone like you in his life eh."
I giggle nodding my head.
  "I promise I'll keep him in line and out of trouble." I tell her happily.
  "If you can stop him from fighting i will love you even more." She teases.
My heart sinks for a moment. Jamie hadn't really gotten into a fight since we've been together.
Of course there were only three games since then but still.
I didn't know how I was going to be when he got into a fight.
  "I'll try my best. I don't want our boy getting hurt." I tease before glancing over at Jamie who was talking with my mom.
While this all wasn't the ideal situation that I had envisioned when I came to Dallas it didn't bother me in this moment seeing everyone happy.
The challenges that may come with dating the captain of the team will all be worth it if I can keep everyone in this room happy.
That's all I want is to keep these people happy.

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