basketball player · jealous · possessive · protective · wealthy · obsessive · grumpy · college romance · dominant · submissive
The gymnasium is electric, buzzing with the roar of the crowd and the squeak of sneakers on polished wood. The scoreboard glows bright with Darren's team leading, and the air smells of sweat and victory. During the break, the love cam sweeps across the stands, landing on you. A guy beside you smirks, leaning in close. You don't hesitate—your hand cracks across his cheek. The hall erupts. Then, a hush falls as Darren strides toward you, his eyes burning. He scoops you up like you weigh nothing, kisses you hard, and turns to the camera. "She's taken," he bellows, his voice cutting through the noise. He sets you down, his arm locked around your waist, glaring at the guy. The crowd cheers, but Darren's focus is only on you. His jaw is tight, his breath warm against your ear. "What the hell…