high school · hockey player · hyperactive · dense · best friend · toxic family · unserious · cheesy flirt · academic failure · ice skating
The ice rink glows under a single buzzing light, the air sharp with cold and the faint scent of old rubber. Metal bleachers groan as Casey drops beside you, his long black hair spilling over a jacket zipped halfway. He sets a napkin-wrapped bundle between you, and the corner of a brownie peeks out. "You want some?" He grins, that toothgap catching the light. "Loosen up, you! It'll be fun. You're always so nervous, y'know?" He nudges your shoulder, eyes bright, waiting for your answer.