Emador- Janny is just so lovable. I adore him too, course not as much as you!

XX- How about I just write a long response for you! Again, loving your reviews! I was upset that I couldn't see Eddie and Carmine too. I love them both…I even have a thing for Gary! Glad you liked all the dialogue and that I gave you a new pick-up line for your list. You're such a big OC fan! The Chev sequel will start about a week after this story finishes up. More of Kylah's hometown is in future chapters so be patient. The porno scene seems to be everyone's favorite. And without Rizzo in the 'competition' I would say Ramsey would win…just because I am on a big Joe Cure kick and I feel sorry for the way he gets picked on!

Prettypinkcheer5- I know all too well about drunk guys, I used to live in a frat dorm! Enjoyed your ski team story.

Flowersc781- The idea about the porno just came to me and I had to write it. Everyone seems to enjoyed it so I am glad I did.

Meadow567- Is your town normal yet? Mine isn't and now the QB is going to DC. But writing Janny doing porno cheered me up! LOL

Lia06- They're college age guys, they'll drink for any reason! I am suddenly wanting to write a lot of OC.

Klinoa- They'll have livers…college guys get through it somehow! LOL Although I know one that did drink so much he got psoriasis of the liver in college and had to start taking meds, and still didn't stop drinking.

February 14, 1980, Lake Placid
USA Vs. Czechoslovakia, XIII Winter Olympic Games

"Kylah, get out to the lobby. There is more media here tonight than after the Sweden game." Walter told me.

"Yeah, I am going now." I said, still smiling at the 7-3 score.

I hurried away from the bench and down the hall. There were reporters everywhere.

"Miss Jenkins, do you feel this was an upset victory?"

"It's no question that no one expected us to win this game. The Czech team is considered 2nd best in the world only to the Soviets. But as I have said all along, I believe in these boys, they have trained hard and they are ready for anybody." I said.

"Your thought on tonight's game?"

"I am so proud of this team. All their hard work is starting to pay off. With each game they are gaining more confidence. I am anxious to watch them compete against other teams and see what else happens." I answered.

"Any news on Jack O'Callahan?"

"His knee is healing. Dr. Nagobads is monitoring him carefully." I said.

"Now that Team USA has tied against Sweden and made a huge statement of dominance against Czechoslovakia, do you think the team will start getting more attention?"

"I certainly hope so. It's no secret that no one thought this team would be a factor here at these Olympic Games…but the boys are proving otherwise." I said.

"Do you feel this team has a chance for a medal?"

"Again, I believe in this team all the way. I wouldn't be a bit surprised if they win a medal but that is a long way off and we're not getting ahead of ourselves. Right now we are just looking ahead to our next opponent." I said. "If you'll excuse me…thank you for your time."

I walked down the hall to the press office where Walter was waiting for me.

"Kylah, the USOC is scheduling a press conference." Walter said. "With this win, we are getting more attention than anticipated and we think its best."

"I think it's a wonderful idea…but who is going to tell Herb. I mean I'll do everything I can to assist him, but he hates media." I said.

"I think it's a great idea. People are getting excited about this team, we should capitalize on it. Not to mention it's a break from bad news." Walter said.

"I agree….I'll talk to Herb." I said.

I walked down the hall looking for Herb. He was in the locker room talking to Doc.

"Excuse me, Herb. May I speak to you for a moment?" I asked.

"Sure Kylah." Herb walked with me to the refreshment area. "What do you need?"

"I've just spoken with Walter and the USOC is scheduling a press conference. I'll be there with you, but you're going to be answering most of the questions." I said.

"Press conference? We've played two games." Herb said.

"Yes I know that…but we're getting a lot of attention now. We're doing better than anyone expected and people are excited." I said.

"I don't want to get the boys off track. These locker room interviews are bad enough." Herb mumbled.

"That is why you are the one going to the press conference. None of the boys will be in the spotlight." I said.

"But we haven't done anything yet." Herb said. "Can't this wait until we win a few more games?"

"Herb…this country has been waiting for months for any kind of good news. You watch the news; you know what's been going on. They finally have something positive happening and they're thrilled. They want all the good news they can get." I said.

"But it's a bunch of kids playing hockey." Herb said.

"It is kids from their country winning. It is news that doesn't remind them that the hostages are still in captivity or that despite sanctions the Soviets still occupy Afghanistan, or that they're having trouble getting enough gas to get to work and home again." I said.

Herb sighed. "I'll talk to Walter."

"Okay…if you need anything, let me know." I said.

Herb nodded and walked out. I sighed, but despite Herb's complaints, I was thrilled. I was going to do a press conference at the Olympics. I had dreamed of doing something so great and now I was going to.

"Excuse me?" I looked up to see one of the Olympic errand runners. "You're Kylah Jenkins?"

"I am." I held up my ID for him to see. "Can I help you?"

"This package is for you. It would've gotten here sooner, but security had to check it out first." He told me and handed me a long box.

"Thank you." I said.

I sat down in a nearby chair and opened the box. Inside were two dozen red roses. The biggest, fullest roses I had ever seen. In the center of them all was a card. I recognized the chicken scratch that Craig called handwriting.

Kylah,
Happy Valentine's Day to the most beautiful woman in the world. You've brought so much happiness to my life. This is a small way of saying how much I love you. We're in the middle of the Olympics, but it wouldn't mean anything if you weren't here with me.
All my love,
Craig

Valentines Day? Whoops, I'd been so caught up with everything that I completely forgot. Wasn't it the guy that forgot Valentines Day? Just my luck, I forget and my wonderful boyfriend remembers.

I hurried out into the locker room to find Craig. I didn't see him anywhere. Johnson was at his locker fixing his tie.

"Mark, have you seen Craig?" I asked him.

"He left right after the game. Said he had to go take care of something back at the hotel." Johnson said.

"Did he say what it was?" I asked.

"No, just that he needed to get back there before the rest of us. He was taking a cab." Johnson said.

Just then, Ramsey walked by, straight out of the shower, a white towel around his waist. I caught myself staring. 'Verchota's gotta be wrong. Nothing that gorgeous can be a virgin!'

"I gotta go. Thanks Mark." I said and hurried out of the locker room.

Outside I saw Janny getting a cup of coffee.

"Steve, I need you to do me a favor." I said.

"What's the matter Kylah?" he asked.

"I've been a bad girl." I said.

"Really? Kinky! Tell me about it." He said.

"Not that kind of bad." I rolled my eyes. "I forgot today was Valentines Day. And Craig remembered and sent me roses."

"A woman forgetting Valentines Day?" Janny started laughing.

"Yes, I forgot. So I need you to do me a favor. Would you mind going shopping for me?" I asked.

"I don't mind. I was going shopping anyway for a last minute Valentines Day gift." Janny said.

"No groupies!" I said.

"It's not for a groupie. It's kinda an apology, peace offering type thing." Janny said.

"Well, what I want you to get is from that jewelry store on Main Street. In their window is a gold dress watch. Craig saw it the other day and nearly drooled." I said. "You need to hurry before the place closes. Here I'll write down what I want inscribed on it."

I grabbed a nearby clipboard and ripped off the edge of a paper and wrote: For Craig, Because I treasure every minute with you. Love always, Kylah. And wrote my credit card numbers on the bottom.

I handed it to Janny. "My credit card numbers are on the bottom, I am trusting you not to go on a shopping spree. If they have any problems, have them call me and I'll tell them that you have my permission to use my credit card." I said.

"I'll have it to you back at the hotel before Craig rips your bra off." Janny winked.

"Oh dear. Just hurry. I have to finish a few things here" I said.

xxxxXXXxxxXXXxxx

I waited in the lobby of the hotel for Janny. I didn't want Craig to know I forgot Valentines Day. I clutched my box of roses to me. They were so beautiful; I couldn't wait to put them in a vase.

Finally Janny walked into the hotel lobby. "Here Kylah, just as you wanted." He said.

"Thank you so much. I owe you a big one." I said and hugged Janny.

"It was no problem. Have fun and I got to go." Janny said.

I hurried to the elevator and rode to the 14th floor. I walked down the hall to my room and opened the door, stopping dead in my tracks.

Inside my room was set up for dinner for two by candlelight. Craig was sitting on the couch waiting for me.

"Craig? What is…." I asked.

"It's Valentines Day, and I couldn't think of anything better than a private dinner for two and a relaxing evening." Craig said.

"You didn't have to do this. The roses were more than enough, and a wonderful surprise." I said and walked over to sit next to Craig.

"Our first Valentines day together. I wanted it to be special." Craig said and leaned over and kissed me.

"Thank you so much, for everything." I said and handed him the watch wrapped in a box. "Here, this is for you."

Craig took the box and opened it. "It's that watch I liked so much…..you snuck back and got it."

"Let's just say, I wanted to make sure you got it." I smiled.

"Kylah, I don't know what to say. You didn't have to do that…."

"I wanted to." I assured him. I leaned over and kissed him.

"Our dinner will get cold if we don't eat soon." Craig said.

"Then let's eat." I said.

Craig and I sat down at the table. He had ordered Cornish game hen with all the trimmings.

"Do you think Mike Ramsey is a virgin?" I asked Craig.

He looked up at me. "What kind of question is that?"

"Verchota goes around picking on Ramsey all the time about being a virgin. I asked a few of the boys if it was true, they don't seem to know for sure. They just say he was always serious about hockey, shy with girls, and very quiet……off the ice at least." I said.

"I don't know. I try not to get involved in the sex lives of the players I coach." Craig said.

"I know that. I was just thinking about it. Mike is a nice guy, very polite. And he's got a great academic record and hockey skills most men would kill for. And he's good looking. Lots of things girls would be interested in." I said.

Craig started laughing. "Leave it to you to think this through. The boys all rib each other about stuff…..and Verchota thinks he's God gift to women. Who knows how much truth there is it."

I shrugged. "Herb is upset because the USOC is scheduling a press conference. I have to help prep him for it."

"That should be interesting." Craig said.

"I am so excited. This could be the biggest thing I ever do. Imagine a press conference at the Olympics." I said.

"You'll do great." Craig said. "And you've been looking great walking around in your ankle bracelet. I really see what Broten was talking about."

I smiled. "You're so sweet. This has been the best Valentines Day I've ever had."

Craig reached for my hand. "For me too."

We finished dinner with some conversation.

Craig stood up. "Just stay here and I'll be right back."

Craig walked into the bathroom and shut the door. I heard water running and he was moving around.

"Craig…what are you doing in there?" I called though the door.

"You'll see in just a minute." Craig called back.

I sat down on my bed and waited to see what Craig was up to. After a few more minutes Craig walked out and took my hand, leading me towards the bathroom.

"Craig, what is this all about?" I asked.

"This is something I wanted to do for you." Craig said.

I looked in the bathroom. The lights were dim and candles were lit everywhere. The tub was full of bubbles.

"Craig, you drew me a bath?" I asked, slightly confused.

"I thought you'd enjoy relaxing in a hot bubble bath. So you enjoy, there is a brand new bathrobe hanging on the back of the door for you. And when you're done, we'll watch a movie together." Craig smiled.

"I don't know what to say. How did you think up all this stuff?" I asked.

"In the words of Janaszak 'Coach still got game.'." Craig said and pretended to slick his hair back with his hand.

I laughed, and kissed Craig before locking the bathroom door behind me.

The room smelled wonderful from whatever Craig had poured into the water. I looked at the back of the door and there was the bathrobe Craig had mentioned. It was soft to the touch. Terrycloth and fluffy and white.

I must've spent an hour soaking in the tub. It was so relaxing, but when the water started to get cold, I'd had enough. I wrapped up in the robe Craig bought me. Feeling wonderful and relaxed, I stepped out into the main room.

Craig had dinner cleared away and was sitting on the couch.

"Enjoy your bath?" he asked.

"Yes, very much." I said and went to sit next to him. Immediately cuddling against his side.

"I'm glad." Craig said and kissed my temple.

"What are we watching?" I asked.

"Rebecca." Craig answered and pulled a large blanket over both us.

"I love that movie." I said.

"I know you do." Craig said as the opening credits rolled.