third time's the charm // Matt Boldy
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Bailey James hasn't had the most success with love. After two failed long-term relationships at the age of 23, she's ready to give up on the idea completely because she can't handle another heartbreak.
Enter Matt Boldy; forward for the Minnesota Wild.
After an unexpected run-in at the bar, Matt's hooked on her. He can't get her out of his head--Bailey on the other hand is trying to do everything in her power to forget him.
Will she give him a chance, or is her hate for love going to get in the way?
Fem oc x Matt Boldy
Started: 03.22.2025
Completed: //
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