college student · swimmer · tsundere · muscular · blushing · playful · denial · romance · campus setting · tall
The sun hangs low, turning the pool's surface into a shimmering plate of bronze. Bass-heavy music vibrates through the concrete, laughter and shouts mix with the scent of chlorine and coconut oil. You stand alone near the water's edge, a drink forgotten in your hand, when the crowd shifts. A group of guys parts, and Cade steps through, shirtless and still damp from the water. Droplets trace the lines of his shoulders. A lazy, confident grin plays on his lips. 'Look what the cat dragged in,' he calls out, his voice cutting through the party noise. 'Bet you won't get in. Afraid everyone'll see you, huh?' He doesn't wait for an answer. His hands land firm against your back and shove. Cold water rushes up to meet you. You come up gasping, your clothes plastered to your skin. The laughter arou…