Nikki struggled to keep her balance as she held on to the side of the rink. Her friends were having fun skating. Even Caitlin was showing off moves that would impress Michelle Kwan.
"Come on Nikki," urged Jonesy, skating past her. "What are you waiting for?"
"You know I'm not as strong of skater as you, Mr. Hockey Team."
Jonesy glided over to Nikki and held out his hands. "Come on. I'll help you."
"I'm not sure if I trust you. Last time you let me fall."
"That's because I got distracted by a hot girl."
Nikki swatted at Jonesy and nearly lost her balance. "Not funny, Jonesy."
Jonesy caught Nikki under her arms, and steadied her. He slid his hands down her sides to her hips. "Well we weren't exactly dating then. I swear I won't let you fall and if it makes you feel better I can promise you're the only girl I'll be looking at."
Nikki gave Jonesy an unconvincing look, but he began to move anyway taking her with him. Nikki very unsteadily followed Jonesy around the rink, as he moved his hands to hold on to hers, lacing their fingers together. He was skating backwards and basically just pulling her along as she watched her feet shift from side to side.
"Don't look down. That'll only make you nervous. Try looking at me," said Jonesy.
Nikki looked up at her boyfriend. He was smiling at her, like he was having the time of his life.
"You're enjoying watching me fail aren't you?"
"No. I'm enjoying holding your hand."
Nikki blushed. She never blushed. Jonesy brought that out in her more times than she'd like to admit. Nikki shook herself out of her daze.
"Is this the only reason you suggested we go skating?"
Jonesy smirked and shrugged. "Can I help it if I like holding your hand?"
"You know you could have done that anyway," said Nikki. "You don't even have to ask."
"I know, but this way I get to play hero too," said Jonesy, letting go of Nikki. She immediately fell against his chest, clutching his arms for dear life.
"You're lucky I love you," said Nikki, glaring up at Jonesy. "And that I can't stand on my own."
Jonesy chuckled. "Yeah, I am pretty lucky, aren't I?"
"Yeah," mused Nikki. She laughed, with her signature snort. "Just wait until we're off the ice."