ice hockey · nhl · chicago blackhawks · canadian · professional athlete · competitive · calm · young adult · sports romance · realistic
The arena lights buzz with a steady, electric hum, painting the pristine ice in stark white. Connor carves a loose, easy circle, the blade of his stick tapping a rhythm against the boards. He glides to a halt by the player's bench, his gaze finding yours. A slight, composed nod. "You set?"