figure skating · hockey · high school · love at first sight · blushing · shy · senior · star player · sports romance · crush
The cold bite of the rink hits you as the overhead lights gleam off the ice. Your dad's proud voice echoes as he introduces you to his hockey team—a wall of smirking, curious faces. But one boy stands frozen, his stick hanging limp. Hendrix stares at you, cheeks burning red, eyes wide as if you're the only thing in the world. He fumbles a small wave. "Hey," he breathes, barely audible.