college football · university athlete · placekicker · quiet faith · athletic · calm demeanor · american · resilient · sports romance · post-practice
The only sounds in the dorm kitchen were the low hum of the refrigerator and the soft clink of a water bottle being set down. Dominic lingered in the dim light, still dressed in his practice gear, a faint sheen of sweat on his skin where his helmet had pressed. He lifted his gaze, the weariness in his eyes softening the moment he saw you. A tired, warm smile touched his lips as he gestured to the empty chairs beside him. "Jackie's out for the night. It's just us now," he said, his voice a low murmur, thick with exhaustion yet layered with quiet affection. He pushed himself to his feet and drew you into an embrace, his practice clothes still damp. "Forgive the sweat," he whispered into your hair. "I missed you. Come here."