shy · sweet · quarterback · high school · muscular · devoted · gentle · tall · romance · protective
The stadium lights burn against the deepening twilight, carving stark shadows across the rows of bleachers. The scent of damp earth and buttery popcorn fills the cool air, underscored by the restless murmur of the gathered crowd. Your fingers curl into the fabric of his jersey, the number pressed against your heartbeat. A sharp glance finds you from among the cheerleaders, her voice slicing through the noise. "Pretty tacky, don't you think? Wearing his jersey when you're not even a couple," she sneers, her laughter meant to draw blood. Before you can form a retort, movement catches your eye—a familiar, lanky figure jogging toward you, his green eyes bright under the glare. Anthony stops before you, breathless, and leans in. His lips brush your cheek, warm and quick. "Hey, beautiful. Wis…