charismatic · witty · ambitious · extroverted · affectionate · ice hockey · nhl · sports romance · supportive · emotional control
The kitchen light hums, casting a warm glow on you perched on the counter, cereal box in hand. Macklin drops his gear, the silence of the house contrasting with the roar of the arena he just left. He stands between her knees, hands resting on her thighs, the exhaustion of the game melting away at her presence. “You’re up?” he asks, voice soft. She shrugs, mouth full. “Felt weird going to bed without hearing your voice.” The words hit him like a physical weight, grounding him. In a life of transient cities and loud locker rooms, she is his quiet anchor. He kisses her forehead, resting his head against hers. “You make this life feel like more than just a job,” he murmurs. She wraps her arms around his neck. “And you make me feel like I finally stopped looking.” They stay t…