Captains Come First

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If I kiss you like this
And if you whisper like that
It was lost long ago
But it's all coming back to me
If you want me like this
And if you need me like that It was dead long ago
But it's all coming back to me It's so hard to resist
And it's all coming back to me
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It was December 22nd and the team was flying up to Ottawa for their last game before Christmas. Heather was excited yet apprehensive about seeing Jason again. Fleury, Brooks and Pascal knew that she would be spending Christmas with Jason. James and Sidney she didn't bother tell for fear of mutiny. Sid was more likely to understand. When James asked where she'd be she simply said at home in Toronto. She just didn't say who's home. Sitting engrossed in her novel, the ThornBirds (a definitive novel about forbidden love if there ever was) Craig Adams sat beside her with a bottle of water and his copy of Les Miserables. The two nodded at each other's reading choice. "Interesting choice." Craig said turning his page not looking up from his book. "The ultimate tale of forbidden love." He said his voice filled with suggestion. "Life imitating art?" He asked her giving her the side eye.

"I hardly know what you mean" Heather said continuing to read hers.

"Oh come on Heather." He said to her leaning in closely to her ear. "Half of the team knows already." He said to her. She had a look of panic in her eyes as he said that. "Ok maybe not half. But Flower spilled like a high school gossip" he said to her.

"He's cut off." Heather said angrily.

"He's worried. He doesn't want to see you get your heart broken." He added. "None of us do. Just be careful." "

"Well, like your book I'm hoping for social redemption." She said with a smile.

"Aww you ruined it for me." He said jokingly with a smile. "Just don't jump in with both feet. He's had ample chances to prove he cares for you. Let him show it before you give up everything. And know we'd miss you." "

"I'm not giving up my job." She said with a smile. "I love you guys too much. Plus I don't think I could start a serious relationship with a married man. I'd die of guilt and shame from my parents." She said rolling her eyes. "By the way, that's my cover if anybody asks." She added to him. Craig pretended to lock up his lips and throw away the key. They landed in Ottawa being greeted by a rain storm. Heather opted not to see Jason until the end of the game the following day. He was going to have time with his daughters and estranged wife Jenn before he left for Christmas. Heather was so eager to see him that in her mind she was running through outfit ideas for the following night. She had packed a larger suitcase than normal as she was taking a week off returning January 2nd. A whole week with Jason. Sure he'd be away for a game in Boston, but she'd still get ample time with him.

At the hotel Heather planned her outfit out for the following day's game down to her underwear. A tight blood orange jersey dress with 3/4 sleeves just above knee length, black patent cross strapped louboutins, a Tiffany lavaliere and bracelet. Underneath she had bought a new red satin bra, thong and garter belt set. She couldn't wait for Jason to see that. If he saw that she thought. She knew she'd look hot, and was determined to stun him. After setting out her clothes Heather heard the door open.

"Oh no you are not wearing that for HIM." Brooks said jumping on the bed getting comfortable. "That's way too hot for him." He said looking from her to the new bra and panty set she had bought.

"Thanks Brooks but I'm dressing for myself." She said satisfied.

"Oh no honey, you're dressing for sex. And sex is most likely what you're going to get." He said with a wink. "Just promise that I get to see it first?" He asked her pushing out his lower lip. Heather couldn't resist.

"Alright." She said with a sigh joining him on the bed giving him a quick kiss. "You can watch me dress in the morning." She gave him another deep kiss as he swatted at her behind.

"Slowly?" He asked her.

"Yes, slowly." She said rolling her eyes and giggling.

"With a morning bj?" He asked wiggling his eyebrows.

"Let's not get too carried away." She said scrunching her nose.

"Oh we'll get carried away alright." He said with a smile turning her over on the bed. He started placing kisses down her neck down the v in her sweater. He started fondling her breasts under her sweater urging her to take it off which she happily obliged. His shirt was quick to follow as well as his pants leaving him in his boxer shorts as he began stripping her of her jeans. "No underwear. Bad girl !" He said as he ran a finger over her slit. Heather moaned in appreciation . "It's time for your Christmas present Heather. Merry Christmas" he said smiling as he slunk down the bed between her legs licking and sucking at her clit

"Oh my god Brooksie" she said to him as he continued his assault. He'd make sure that she didn't forget the Pens. Or at least him,

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Heather was in the visitors lounge before the game sitting in her outfit of choice for the game. She wore a Navy military style coat over her dress. Sid had made some crack earlier about it being the enemy's colour, possibly bad luck. The guys were pumped up and ready to go standing in the visitors hallway pumping each other up. Duper was fixing Nealer's hair as usual with his stick.

"What do ya think Heather?" Duper asked her trying to ease the tension between herself and Nealer.

"Bit more product maybe." Heather smiled at James as she spoke. James face however was stone cold. Was he really ignoring what happened only a few weeks ago still? They still weren't on good terms but she thought he'd at least speak to her

. "We don't speak to traitors Duper." He said turning away from her.

"Come on James, it's Christmas." Duper said to him raising his arms.

"Whatever" James said not budging. Heather took that as her cue to exit to the press box where she'd enjoy the game.

"James I thought we agreed, this game is a matter of pride. Whatever's said about Heather she's still our girl." He said to James.

"I can't. She broke my heart going back to that jackass Spezza"

"You broke hers. Let's go Mr. Real Deal." Duper said as warmups started. The game started. Sidney and Jason were taking the opening faceoff.

"Hey Sid, I'll enjoy watching your girl ride me tonight." Jason said to sod with a smile. Confused, Sidney looked at him with a what the fuck look on his face. "Hope you enjoyed her while you had her." He continued. That lit a fire under Sid's ass. Not long after, Marc Methot hip checked Sidney into Pascal Dupuis. Both went down very hard.

"Hope you kissed your girl goodbye Crosby. She won't wipe your tears tonight" Methot said to Sidney as he skated by him after the hit. As soon as Duper went down all Heather could say was "shit" as she exited the box heading down to the visiting team's area. She flashed her credentials to get in not even looking at the security guards.

"Is he ok?" She asked one of the trainers.

"Uncertain yet" he said looking concerned. Duper was likes husband, best friend and brother all in one. The last thing she wanted was for him not to make it home for Christmas to his family. Heather paced back and forth. Kris Letang who was also injured waited with her outside

"Hey stop that." Kris said to her as he placed a hand on her shoulder. "Let's take a walk."

""But duper..."

"Will be fine. He has doctors. I don't think that this is a thing you can solve."

"Sorry." Heather said looking at her feet.

"Don't be. You seem different today." Kris said to her. "You're like glowing or something." He added.

"Isn't that for pregnant women?" Heather asked laughing.

"Yeah, but...maybe I should just stop before I put my foot in my mouth." He said smiling brushing a hair off of his face. "Listen. I just want you to know that whatever makes you happy I'm happy too ." He said smiling at her.

"Thanks Tanger. It's not like I'm leaving you guys." Heather said hugging him.

"Please don't. You know you're the only specialist who's gotten Flower to participate?" He said. "Before you our amazing threesome would've never happened."

"That was pretty fun wasn't it." Heather said smiling.

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After a horrible 5-0 loss, Heather stood in the hallway waiting for the boys so she could say merry Christmas and happy new year. It wasn't going to be pretty, the boys couldn't even manage one shot to trickle through. Plus one player out indefinitely. It just felt like the guys were taking the loss personally. Sidney came out looking very angry.

"Merry Christmas Sid." Heather said going for a hug. He shrugged her off looking angry.

"Don't wear that dress again. Or the other teams colours." Sidney said looking at her with a stern face. "You were bad luck tonight." He said to her. Heather knew how superstitious Sidney was. This was a huge blow to her. "Spezz had some choice words for us tonight. Just don't come back smelling of him." He said before turning around and walking away.

"Thanks Sid, I will have a good christmas." She said to him as he walked away. Who told him? She turned around and almost ran face first into Beau.

"Beau! You don't hate me too do you?" She asked ashamed.

"Of course not! Why would you think that?" He asked her concerned. "Are you going home for Christmas?" He asked her.

"Oh never mind." Heather said blushing. "I'm spending Christmas with a friend" she said knowing it wouldn't be a lie . Thank goodness somebody was still happy with her. "I'll be back in the new year. I'll miss you BeauBear" she said giving him a hug.

"Beaubear, I kinda like it even if it is cheeky" he said kissing her cheek. "Merry Christmas Heather." He said as he turned to go. Slowly and heavily, the guys loaded on to the bus. Some were journeying back to family's, others on vacation. Surely by new year they'd all hear the gossip how their specialist was sleeping with the enemy. Heather turned to go back inside heading towards the home team dressing room to see Jason. She had her luggage with her that she pulled behind her.

Jason was in the hallway giving his post game interviews. A bright camera light shined on his face as Heather smiled at the sheer happiness that came from his face. One thing she loved about him was the joy he took in almost everything. His smile would be able to cheer up any bad day. She knew enough to not bother him or approach him in public. It may be Ottawa, but the press would pick up on anything.

"Thanks guys, that's it for tonight." The PR guy said to the reporters as Jason wished them a merry Christmas and walked off. He walked up to Heather as her eyes lit up. He knew that it would look really bad him leaving with a girl with a suitcase. He simply nodded towards the lounge. Heather took the hint and entered with her luggage. It was empty as she sat on a couch and waited for him. A few minutes later Jason entered without a word he pulled her up and enveloped her in a hug. He couldn't risk being seen kissing her, not by anyone. He was content breathing in the scent of her hair, feel the softness of her skin, the warmth of her breath on his neck as she leaned up to hug him.

"I've missed you." He whispered in her ear.

"You too Jay." She said smiling not wanting to let go. She felt him slip a key in her hand.

"Meet me at the car, I'll be there in 5" he said finally pulling away. She suddenly felt just how forbidden this connection was. Like she was sleeping with the enemy. The ride home was almost in silence aside from a few pleasantries. He quickly grabbed her bag taking the two of them in to his home.

Sitting in the livingroom she awaited Jason bringing a bottle of red wine for the two of them. His black suit, shirt and tie made for a perfect ensemble . He always looked like he stepped off if Wall Street. Jason returned with two glasses and a bottle pouring a glass for both he smiled.

"To new beginnings." He said. "Second chances." He added.

"Jason I'm not committing to anything right now I." Heather said before she was cut off by his lips on hers. His tongue swirling with hers, his lips massaging hers breathing in her scent, her taste, everything he'd been missing for months. Heather suddenly relaxed into his arms, accepting his touch. She started unbuttoning his dress shirt and loosening his tie.

"Wait." He said before she got too far. "I have a Christmas present. Well actually a present I've had for a long time for you." He said to her. He pulled out a small box from his pocket. "I bought this for you last year. I never had the guts to give it to you." He added. "I hope it shows you how I feel." He added placing the small box in her hands. She gingerly opened it worried that she'd not like the surprise. Although what bad thing could come from Tiffany's? Opening the small box it was a thick platinum band with the words I Love You written on it. Inside It had a J and an H that were connected engraved.

"Heather I love you . I always have. I made some bad mistakes and I don't expect you to be able to say it back. He took the ring from her slipping it on her right hand. "Please accept this as a token of my apology." He said to her. "Jason I have deep feelings for you too." She said as he kissed her hand.

"Let's just enjoy what time we have." She said smiling. He had put her in a guest room for the night. She didn't feel right just jumping right into things right away. She was relieved Jason had suggested it. She came I to Ottawa with a wailing libido but the sincerity and honesty of Jason's emotions made her think. That night they slept alone.

Notes

Here are heathers outfits:

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