Still There For Me

"Last night was very hot and heavy in the homeland for Sidney Crosby and his girlfriend Ashley, who rung in their first night of multiple here in Toronto. The two were out on a date night with Eric and Tanya Staal and Jonathan Toews and his mystery girlfriend. First they hit up a bar and then made their way over to Karma where the pair got hot and heavy on the dance floor. On lookers said the pair was definitely all over each other but did not appear intoxicated," the anchor read.

"That's a lie," I said in a sarcastic tone.

"It was also reported that the two made their way to the bathroom together, though that may just be looking too far into things. Definitely not what we are used to from the hockey star."

"You're right, he's always so classy and tasteful, so this behaviour doesn't seem right," the other anchor said.

"Exactly. It does look like the pictures could be taken out of context but I can see where some of these rumours are coming from."

"Look Sid! Our sexcapade made television!" I laughed.

"Why are you watching that shit?" he asked, getting his phone from the night stand.

"Cuz it's funny. They don't think we actually had sex," I giggled. "We still got it going on."

"You're such a loser. But come on, we gotta go film this commercial and make this appearance."

"Fine, is this outfit okay?"

"Yes, you look fine, now let's go."

Today Sidney has a commercial shoot for Sport Chek, to which he has a deal with, to promote his new line being available. At least having this clothing line has been a good distraction for him during this time. Then afterwards we have to go to an appearance at the Hockey Hall of Fame just to let people know he is there to support the hockey community. It's going to be so packed for him and I am not looking forward to dealing with the dumb questions about last night.

In the car on the way there Trina called Sidney's phone. "This can't be good. Hi mom."

"Sidney Patrick Crosby what did you do last night!?"

"Nothing! They are over analyzing it," he lied, trying not to laugh and break character.

"You better not have Sidney. So help me God, we raised you better than that."

"I know mom, don't worry, it's fine. I'll address that today."

"Okay well I'm just watching out for you. Your father called me in a fit of rage this morning."

"I'll deal with him later don't worry mom. How are the kids?"

"They're good, they slept through the night no problem. Do you want to speak to them now?"

"Yes please!" I replied.

"Hi Ash."

"Hi Trina."

"Let me get your princess. Mommy and daddy are on the phone! You wanna talk to them?"

"Hi daddy!" Kylie squealed on the phone.

"Hi princess, how are you?"

"Good. I miss you!"

"I miss you too pumpkin. Are you being a good girl?"

"Yes," she giggled.

"Hi honey, mommy misses you," I tried to add. She went silent and said nothing at all.

"Do you want to talk to mommy?" Sid asked.

"No." We looked at each other and just laughed. Sidney continued to talk to his mom until we got there and then it was all business time.

He was swiftly taken away to go get his uniform for the commercial on and boy did he look sexy as hell. I just stood off to the side and watched it all in awe. I've only done one thing like this with him before and it's a whole new experience for me. I would chit chat to the crew and made sure I didn't seem rude. The shoot took no time and we were out of the pretty early.

We decided to go over to the HHOF early seeing as we wanted to see as many people as we could. When we approached the podium that was set up for Sidney to speak at later on he got prepared as to what he was going to say. This was just a brief thing he was making up on the spot. He gave me a side hug and walked up to a room full of cheers.

"Thank you all for the warm welcome, it's greatly appreciated. I'm sorry that there is not any hockey yet, I'm sure you and me both are anxiously waiting for the season to start up again. It's killing me too. I look forward to any questions you may have, so if the press would like to do so, now is the time."

"What happened last night at the club?" one of the reporters asked.

"I don't like talking about my personal life but I'll answer this one since it's so ridiculous. Nothing happened last night, we were just dancing and enjoying a night out with our friends. There is no need to look further into it."

It's always so funny to see him switch into this professional mode. I always have to hold in my laughter at these events. We spent the next couple of hours walking through the HHOF and spent some time with the fans. It was really fun to see him in this interactive environment, especially when not in Pittsburgh. I loved today, it was uber fun.

Tonight we have the Players dinner hosted by the hotel. This is where all of the players and their wives or girlfriends get together with businessmen and basically try to show that they are sticking together and stuff. It's more like a gala if you ask me, based on how done up we need to get but whatever, I'll take it. I decided to go uber sexy to try and get some attention, with my hair swept off to the side and in curls. My dress is super curvy as well, so hopefully we can prove that point.

"Sid is this too sexy?" I asked.

"Yes! I don't want others to see you in that Ash."

"But then you can show me off," I smirked.

"That's very true. You can get some attention for us too. Smart thinking," he winked. He was dressed in a very sexy suit and let me tell you when we get back home that will be off so quickly.

On the red carpet is when things really heated up for us. I guess they really liked our ensemble and how we were posed. There was some pictures of Sid and I and then just him, as usual. All of the women here tonight were looking hot and I was definitely in competition.

When it came time to do some press I joined him and just stood behind him slightly so that I wasn't necessarily in the shot. This was a rare event where there were no sports channels here so we were really out of our element.

"Sidney, what do events like these make you feel?" a reporter asked.

"Uh, it makes me feel strange and a little out of place. I'm not used to this kind of stuff, like posing on a red carpet or something like that so it's always a little exciting to do something new."

"Sidney, what would you like to say about what happened last night?" another reporter asked.

"All of those rumours are ridiculous, I was just out with some friends, enjoying a date night with my girlfriend. It's ridiculous."

"Do you enjoy date nights like these?"

"We do, it's rare we get to do things like these that aren't hockey related, so it's a nice change."

"Ashley?"

"I definitely do. It's nice to get done up and actually get to go with him to events since I'm not always allowed to go."

"These events definitely cater to the women here," he chuckled, grabbing my hand and walking away.

Inside the gala was nice and we were able to get together with all the players and show our support. There were tons of photo opportunities and we were just enjoying it. Anything to show that we're here is worth it. Though I know Sidney is rolling his eyes in utter shock and disbelief that this whole thing has come to this. I just kept my hand on his shoulder and let him know I was here for him. Tomorrow is a very busy day and he has an early rise.

**The Next Day**
Sidney's at the huge meeting and I'm here in the hotel room, planning out some of his schedule for the next couple of months. I'm so nervous for him and I'm afraid what could happen. I know this would crush him if it doesn't go as planned.I just skyped with Heather who was bored at home in Thunder Bay.

After our little session I just waited for Sidney to come back up to the hotel. The meeting started at 8, and it's now 8pm. I know it could go longer but the nerves are getting to me. Sure enough not 10 minutes later he came back. He didn't seem mad or angry, he just seemed off.

"How did it go?" I asked, slightly afraid of the answer.

"Well, let's put it this way, the Winter Classic is cancelled."

"No, you're kidding."

"I wish I fucking was." He threw his jacket on the bed and started to un tuck his pants.

"Do you want to talk about it?"

"Not right now."

"I understand baby. Want me to go get some dinner?"

"Sure."

"What do you want?"

"Subway?"

"The usual sub?" I asked.

"You know it," he replied.

"Be back in a bit. I love you."

"Love you too."

When I walked out of the room I knew I was in for a very long depressed Sidney. This is not going to be enjoyable, but I guess I have to deal with it. I just don't know how he's going to be when we get home.

Notes

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