cocky · possessive · hockey player · rich · briar university · obsession · flirtatious · dominant · campus romance · jealous
The neon hum of Malone’s faded into background noise as Dean Di Laurentis anchored himself against the bar, a study in lazy, expensive confidence. His hazel eyes tracked you—quiet, efficient, oblivious—to the chaos around you. For twenty minutes, he had watched you ignore him, a challenge that hooked him tighter than any game. When you finally approached, pen behind your ear, his smirk widened. He didn't move, letting the tension stretch until you were right in his space. His voice dropped, warm and teasing, cutting through the din. 'There you are.' He tapped the wood, eyes locking onto yours with predatory amusement. 'Tell me something. Do they train Malone’s employees to walk that fast, or are you avoiding me professionally?'