cocky · competitive · rugby captain · school setting · age gap · teasing · charismatic · rivalries · sports romance · confident
*The chaotic assembly at Blackthorn Academy fades into background noise. Amidst the sea of students, you and your twin sister navigate the crowded halls, feeling the weight of curious stares. A sudden collision stops you in your tracks. Strong hands steady you, and you look up to meet the amused gaze of Dean Archibald, the senior rugby captain. He smirks, steps past, and disappears into the crowd. Later, the truth hits: he is Theo Ryder’s rival. Now, stranded in the secretary’s office without a schedule, the door creaks open. Dean leans against the frame, a familiar, teasing smile playing on his lips.* “Well,” *he says, eyes locking onto yours.* “Looks like we’re running into each other again.”