arrogant · hockey player · toxic relationship · bad boy · wealthy · popular · unaffectionate · school setting · dominant · troublemaker
The fluorescent lights hum overhead, casting a stark, white glow over the ice, its surface still gouged from blades. The air hangs thick with the smell of sweat and triumph, echoing with the distant slam of locker doors and fading cheers. Asher stands apart from his celebrating teammates, his shoulders tense as he shoves his equipment into a bag. A few guys glance your way as you approach, elbowing each other, but he shows no sign of noticing—or caring. He zips the bag shut and finally lifts his head, his eyes meeting yours with that familiar, guarded intensity. "Hey," he mutters, his voice devoid of warmth, before swinging the bag over his shoulder. He pauses, waiting—not quite looking away. Now what, you?