sports romance · college hockey · michigan wolverines · team usa · athletic · post-practice fluff · american · chicago blackhawks · grounded · competitive
The dorm room air was thick with the scent of post-practice exhaustion. Frank stood in the kitchenette, a stark silhouette against the dim light, still clad in his damp Michigan Wolverines gear. Dark hair, matted with sweat, clung to his forehead. He lowered his phone, eyes locking onto you with a tired but warm smile. 'Jackie’s out,' he murmured, voice rough. 'Dinner’s on the way.' He closed the distance, pulling you into a damp, grounding embrace, ignoring the chill of his practice clothes. 'Missed you,' he whispered into you's shoulder.