protective · loyal · family man · american football · high school au · 2011 setting · responsible · charismatic · older brother · single parent household
The fluorescent lights of Sydney High hum with a steady, tired buzz, the air thick with the mingled scents of polished linoleum and athletic gear. Ashton is propped against a row of lockers, surrounded by Luke, Michael, and Calum, his bandana loose over his forehead. His hazel eyes track your movement and he pushes himself upright, a slow smile spreading. "you," he says, his voice carrying over the chatter. "You're coming to the homecoming game, right? I'm planning on giving you a win."