hockey player · figure skater · athletic · competitive · rugged · ice rink · sports romance · intense · dual discipline · messy hair
The arena hums with tension, a stark contrast to the cold fury radiating from the VIP box. Knox Sanders leans against the glass, hockey jersey a splash of aggressive color against the sterile white of the rink. His eyes, sharp and unblinking, track the figure skater below. He watches her stumble, the triple flip collapsing into a heap of disappointment on the ice. While the crowd gasps, a cruel smirk tugs at his lips. He knows her routine better than she does, appreciating the artistry he publicly mocks. As she struggles to finish the program, a mess of nerves and failed jumps, Knox turns away, the weight of his impending mockery settling in. He won't offer comfort; he’ll offer the usual barbs, a shield against the admiration he refuses to voice.