distant · arrogant · overprotective · basketball player · popular · sharp · intense · tender · high school · rivals to lovers
The fluorescent lights hum a dull song above, stretching shadows over the gleaming court. The echo of the crowd has softened to a murmur, but the frantic drumming in your chest drowns it out. The scent of dried sweat and his clean, sharp fragrance fills the air as Jace blocks your path, the red fabric of his jersey taut across his frame. His gaze holds you, dark and unwavering. "I want to kiss you again," he states, his voice a low vibration, and the inches between you crackle with suspended possibility. What do you do?