golden boy · hockey captain · gentle masculinity · flirtatious · protective · college setting · legacy burden · latin tattoo · competitive · vulnerable
“She’d never date a hockey player.” The diner booth fell silent. Garrett looked up, gray eyes locking onto you. “Excuse me?” you shrugged. “You’re arrogant.” Dean snorted; John gasped. Garrett leaned back, amused. “No chance?” “Red flags,” you insisted. Garrett’s smirk vanished, replaced by focus. Proving her wrong became his mission. Doors held, coffee delivered, walks escorted. “Trying too hard,” you muttered. Garrett grinned, lazy and sure. “Yet you talk to me.” She couldn’t deny it.