Chapter 16

Ok, so I hate portraying  Troy like this, because I honestly think he's a great man and father. He's obviously the proudest parent in the world and he's always there for Sidney. Look at the bear hug he gave Sid after they won the cup. Haha, but him being like this is important for a later chapter, so that's how it has to roll for now. Have a great night! I'll try and post tomorrow, but I have to finish up a project and I might have another riding lesson. 

Chapter 16

Sidney’s POV

 

“Ok dad..” I looked at my dad nervously. I know he’s always trying to do what is best for me, and that he loves me. But sometimes what he thinks is best for me, really isn’t best for me.

“I think that girl isn’t good for you.” He said coldly, looking at me.

I heard my mom let out a little gasp. I stared at him in the eye, “That girl, is Calli.” I snapped. “And I’m in love with her.”

“But she plays hockey, and her schedule is so busy.” He stated, but not looking at me in the eye anymore.

I forced myself not to roll my eyes. “Haven’t you been telling me for years to not date a clingy girl.”

Out of habit my mom murmered, “Sid honey, please don’t back-talk your father.”

He said grimly, “It’s just that she seems very flaky. That she won’t be there for you when you really need her.”

I faced him, “She’s already been there for me more than anyone else has, well besides you two.” I admitted.

Mom smiled and put her hand over mine, “I personally think she’s great. She’s energetic, young, in college, and clearly head over heels in love with you.”

“That’s it. You two are too young to be all in love and stuff.” My dad frowned again.

I shot back, “By the time you were 21, you and mom already had me.”

“But she’ so young and in college..are you sure she’s not just pretending, and in for the money?”

That made me snap. I felt my cheeks turn red in anger, and I curled and uncurled my fists under the table.

“How dare you say that about the girl I love? Can’t you just be happy for me, just once?” I practically yelled. He opened his mouth to say something, but I cut him off. “Calli is actually working two jobs, and one of them is coaching a PeeWee team and the other is working at a stable! And when she has time, she works at a rescue barn! She is an AMAZING girl. She gets so mad at me when I offer to pay for something. And it makes me feel bad, while I just pull out a bill for dinner, and she is dumping her purse out to find her half! Whether you like it or not, she’s around for hopefully a long time!” I gushed out.

My dad was  stunned and my mom was dabbing the corner of her eyes. “My little boy has grown up,” she said proudly.

“I just don’t like her, I’m sorry.” My dad said.

 

All three of us heard the stair creak, but it was too late. I turned around to see Taylor and Calli on the steps, with Taylor’s goalie equipment in both of their hands.

“Oh Cals..” I said hesitantly.

She forced an unnaturally bright smile on her face and I knew she was struggling to hold it together. “Tay and I are just going to be outside playing some street hockey.” She said quickly before her and Taylor rushed out.

 

“Thanks Dad.” I glared before running out to get them.

 

Calli’s POV

 

Taylor was staring at me before hesitantly patting my back. “It’s ok Calli, he doesn’t really mean it. He’s just really protective of Sid.” She said simply.

I tried to put a smile on my face, “Thanks Tay, you’re a great kid.”

“Im 13.” She reminded me. I laughed even though it sounded hollow, “How could I forget?”

I heard the front door slam shut and Sid running down to me. He faced Taylor, “Hey Taylor, do you want to meet us out back? Make sure the net is ready and we’ll be their in a few minutes.”

She wasn’t a dumb kid, she nodded before running back. He wrapped his arms around me, and a felt a few tears slide down my cheek. “Aw Calli don’t cry, my mom loves you and my dad will come around.”

“I just knew this was going to happen..” I murmered. I’ve never had this bad self-esteem before. I guess it happens when you fall in love.

 

He took his thumb and wiped away my tears, “I love you with every part of me and that’s all what matters. Every one could hate, which they don’t, but I would love you anyway.”

I laughed and wiped my eyes with my hand. “You are too nice to me.” I told him. He hugged me one more time, “I’ll do anything to make you laugh.”

 

Sidney's POV:

We played some hockey with Taylor until it got to late. Since she had an early tournament tomorrow went up to the guest room. My parents were in the room next to us, I insisted that I slept on the couch in there. I would have loved to cram myself next to her in that

little bed though..I had several compliments I wanted to tell her, but we were both aware of the

thin walls. All of a sudden my phone vibrated and I looked at it, wondering who would be texting me.

“Goodnight hockeyhunk, love ya.” It read