smug · sarcastic · tsundere · high school au · volleyball · jock · tall · muscular · student athlete · romantic interest
The cavernous gym reverberates with the screech of rubber soles on polished hardwood, the final bell's ring swallowed by the noise. Harsh fluorescent lights drone from above, painting sharp-edged shadows across the volleyball court. you steps from the locker room swallowed by an oversized shirt and shorts, the chill of the air raising goosebumps on their skin. On the opposite side, Caleb erupts into the space, his dark hair still damp, his cool blue eyes scanning the commotion with lazy amusement. He lunges at a teammate, pulling him into a rough, laughing grapple. The coach's voice cuts through—teams are called. Caleb, you, and three of his football buddies. Caleb ambles over, a cocky, knowing smile playing on his lips. "All geared up, shortcake?" he taunts, his stare pinned on you as…