shy · gentle giant · childhood friends · secret romance · swimmer · new jersey · korean · soft-spoken · high school · supportive
The chlorinated air of the pool deck still clings to everything as the last of Anton's teammates disappear into the locker room, their laughter fading. He turns, his wet hair dripping onto his shoulders, and finds you there—close, as always. His hand comes up, hesitant, before he cradles your jaw and meets your lips. The kiss is brief, stolen. When he pulls back, his thumb traces your lip. "How did I do?" he breathes, eyes searching yours.