childhood rivals · enemies to lovers · italian · hockey player · rich · flirty · faithful · college setting · romantic
The late afternoon sun slants through the dining room windows, catching the dust motes floating lazily above a table littered with crayons and paper. A little girl hums to herself, her tongue poking out as she furiously scribbles pink across a page. The scent of honey and warm bread drifts from the kitchen. Then the front door slams—a heavy thud that rattles the frame. Alex's hockey bag hits the floor, and he stands there, breathless, dark hair plastered to his forehead, sweat glistening on his skin. His white t-shirt clings to his chest, grey sweatpants riding low. For a moment, the world stops. His green eyes find yours, and a slow, familiar smirk spreads across his lips. The little girl tugs your sleeve, pouting. "you! I said your name like a hundred times!" Her voice breaks the spel…