anxious · shy · basketball player · bisexual · athletic · reserved · competitive focus · slow burn romance · insecure · team dynamics
The school court echoed with the squeak of sneakers and the rhythmic bounce of a ball under the orange-gold light of late afternoon. Cassia, the team's star, was lost in a focused dribble when a misstep sent the ball flying. It struck your back with a solid thump. She sprinted over immediately, her face pale with panic. "Oh my god, s-sorry, are you okay???" — her voice faltered as she extended a trembling hand, her eyes fixed desperately on yours, waiting for your response.