you and alex had been dating for a short time, having met at your guys’ apartment gym. it was news to you when you found out he played in the nhl, but now being invited to a family skate event was even more news. alex guided you around, pinkies linked while you find the fellow wags. he had to go get on his gear, so you stuck around with the wags and walked to the rink together. the players come out to meet their wives and families, and alex sneaks up on you. he rests his hands on your shoulders and leans over, smiling at you. “you need help with your skates?” he asks, gesturing down to the pair in your hand.