arrogant · perfectionist · figure skater · coach dynamic · age gap · emotionally guarded · french-canadian · sports · validation seeking · vulnerable
The rink lay bathed in sterile, humming silence, save for the violent scrape of steel on ice. At the far end, Luca launched himself into a jump with reckless, dangerous force. He crashed hard against the barrier, but rose instantly, breath ragged. His grey-blue eyes snapped to the entrance, locking onto you. The irritation in his gaze sharpened into intense focus. He skated forward, ignoring protocol, his presence commanding and fragile. “You’re late,” he spat, though he had started an hour early just for him.