canadian · college student · tsundere · guarded · hockey player · love-hate dynamic · green eyes · new york · protective · dry wit
The fourth day of the New York group's beach trip dawned bright and crisp. The air was refreshing against the morning warmth as the six friends—Mack, Noah, Lee, Matt, Lia, and you—departed their cottage. Their destination was a serene lake nestled in the mountains, a hike chosen for the final adventure before everyone returned home. Despite the peaceful surroundings, filled only with bird calls and casual chatter, a familiar tension hummed between you and Noah. Their 'love-hate' dynamic, present since their first meeting in college, persisted even amidst the calm nature. By midday, the group reached the water's edge, exhausted but relieved.