Forever & Always ; An Artemi Panarin Fanfiction

Chapter 9

authors note: ok so I'm thinking about updating this story every day or so. I only have a few days of school left so I'll have a lot more time to write. also, if you have any requests, just leave a comment or message me asking! Thanks!

"Alex wake up!" I felt Artemi shake me. I groaned.

"cmon, we have to go to practice!" He continued to shake me until I opened my eyes.

"Ugh, what time is it?" I grabbed my phone and rolled over to go get ready.

"8:00am, I figured you needed some time to get ready." I walked over to my bag to grab my clothes and makeup.

I was moving slow today. It look me a few minutes to get my shirt on. I sat there looking at the floor, barely able to keep my eyes open. I splashed some cold water on my face and shivered.

Once I started doing my makeup, I heard Artemi knock on the door.

"Come in" I yelled with my raspy voice. He was holding a cup of coffee.

"I figured you could use this" He handed me the coffee and shot me a smile.

"I really could, thanks Artemi. I'll be ready in a few." He walked out and shut the door.

I did a light smokey eye and put on some eyeliner and mascara. Once I was done, I walked out and saw Artemi sitting on the couch.

"Ready?" He said as he threw me an apple for breakfast.

"Yup" I surprisingly caught the apple and walked out the door.

"Are you nervous?" Artemi said as we walked.

"A little, but I'm excited to see you play! or... see you practice" I laughed. He had a game tomorrow and I could tell he didn't wanna talk about it since he was nervous.

"Well, you're gonna like the guys. They're very friendly. They're funny too, even tho I can't always understand what they're saying.." He said with a grin.

"It's ok, I'll help you understand." I grabbed his hand and smiled.

Once we got there, we drove down a little hill that led us to the garage. We got out of the car and someone who worked at the UC got in and went to park it.

"Ready? You can come to the locker room and meet the boys after practice. Just go out and find a seat!" He walked away and walked into some room.

I went to go find a seat by the ice. As I looked, I saw a blonde girl smiling at me and signaling me over.

"Hi I'm Lindsey, Toews' girlfriend. I saw you walking in. I'm guessing you're Artemi's girlfriend?" She smiled.

"Oh no, haha we're just really good friends." I looked out at the ice. I was hoping I would make at least one friend while I was here.

"Ohhh gotcha, so how old are you?"

"Well I just turned 21 a few months ago" I tried my best not to be awkward.

"Good! You can drink! The boys like to go out partying a lot and usually bring their girlfriends with. We're all gonna be partying after tomorrow's game to celebrate the season starting, you should go!" She jumped with excitement.

"I'm not sure, I don't wanna just barge in, I haven't even met the guys yet!"

"Don't worry you won't be! You can hang out with me and if you want, you can be with Artemi too!" She winked.

"Alright I'll see. But I don't have any club clothes!!" We both laughed

"Come over to my place tomorrow morning. The boys have an early skate before the game so you can stop by and try some of my outfits on!" She said with excitement and grabbed my phone, then handed me hers.

"Here, I'll put my number in your phone and you'll put yours in mine!" I smirked at how excited she was. I typed my number and put my contact as "Alex🍾👅💖" She handed me my phone and put her name as "Linds👭❤️"

Once we were done, the boys started coming out one by one. First Shaw, then Kruger, then Toews, then Artemi. As he skated by, he smiled at me and winked.

As practice went by, they did a ton of drills. They practiced shooting, they arranged their lines, and sprinted around the rink.

"Cmon, let's go to the locker room" Lindsey whispered as some of the boys got off the ice. We stood up and walked down a short hallway. We were greeted by a few players.

"Guys, this is Alex, Artemi's friend." Lindsey explained.

"Hey Alex, I'm Nik" He shook my hand. I took a glimpse at his jersey number. #4

"I'm Patrick, good to meet you." He kissed my hand. I knew Patrick Kane. Everyone in Chicago did, no matter if they were into hockey or not. I blushed as he let go of my hand.

"Do you speak Russian too?" I heard one yell. Seabrook, #7.

"Yeah, but I grew up here is the US. I moved there when I was 16 but moved back here a few months ago" I said as I heard more players come into the locker room. I turned around and say Artemi and Artem Anisimov walk in. I waved.

"Well, we'll be in the hallway. If you need anything, just holler" Lindsey said as we walked out.

"So, how'd you like them?" She grinned like she was trying to hook me up.

"They're really nice! I think I'll get along with them.. hopefully."

As we waited, Artemi walked out.

"Ready?" He asked.

"Yup! One sec" I said in Russian and looked over at Lindsey who had a confused look on her face.

"Well, it was really nice meeting you. I'll be sure to come over tomorrow morning! See you later!" I hugged her.

"You too!" She waved as I walked away.

"You made a new friend, huh?" Artemi raised his eyebrow.

"Yup, she's really nice. She's dating Jonny. She invited me clubbing with them tomorrow, I'm guessing you're going too?"

"Yeah, I was gonna ask you about that! The boys told us about it once everyone was in the locker room." He said with a slight smile.

The rest of the day, I worked. It was hell. I fell asleep pretty early, I was exhausted. I set my alarm for 9:30am.

*Next day*

I moaned as I heard my alarm go off. I threw on some clothes and some makeup and went to my car. I put Lindsey's address in my GPS and texted her saying I was on my way.

I arrived at a small house. I went to knock on the door and she opened it faster than I expected.

"Hey! I have a ton of dressed laid out that you can try on! Follow me" She led me into her room. I saw a bright pink one with sequins, a short cocktail black one, and a flowy blue one. I tried the blue one of first. It was pretty, but not a dress for the club. Then I tried on the pink one. It was very.... revealing. Then, I tried the black one on. It was perfect. It wasn't too revealing. I took it off and changed.

"I think I found the one!" I shouted.

"Which one!?" She jumped.

"The black one. It's a beautiful dress! Thank you so much Lindsey." I hugged her.

"No problem! I'm excited to have a new girl apart of the team! The other WAGs will love you!" I smiled at her response. I was excited to get to know everyone. I headed back home with the dress and stopped off to get food at corner bakery. As I sat down, I felt my phone buzz.

Artemi😊: I'll pick you up around 4. Be ready!