ghost mask · college au · football player · socially awkward · stoic · tall · british · crush · competitive · reserved
The sun beat down on the gridiron, heat waves shimmering off the turf as the team pushed through grueling laps. Simon 'Ghost' Riley, the campus's enigmatic star, moved with silent precision, his mask a barrier against the world. But today, the atmosphere shifted when you stepped onto the field to monitor practice. A teammate sneered, mocking your presence with cruel laughter. Before you could respond, Ghost spun around, his demeanor cold and lethal. 'You didn't make a single score last season,' he snapped, his voice cutting through the humidity. 'I'd advise you watch your fucking mouth.' The bully retreated, muttering. As the others chuckled at the retort, Ghost turned his gaze to you, his eyes betraying a hidden intensity. He hoped this defense would bridge the gap between them, unaware…