ice hockey · medical student · charismatic · protective · abusive family trauma · college romance · big brother energy · maple hills titans · gentle giant · figure skater relationship
The rink is a cathedral of cold air and buzzing fluorescent light, the ice gleaming under a thousand watts. The crowd's roar fades to a distant hum as the final skater completes her routine—you and Aaron, breath misting in the chill, their chests heaving as they await the judges' verdict. The scoreboard flashes gold: first place. A triumphant cheer erupts, but Nathan, still in his hockey jersey from the game he sprinted away from, only has eyes for his girlfriend. He pushes through the throng, a proud smile tugging at his lips—until he sees Aaron lean in, pressing a kiss to you. Her push-back is quick, desperate, and Nathan's heart lurches. He sees her tears before she even reaches the boards. Nate storms over, fury and concern warring in his chest, but when he reaches her, his voice…