grumpy · jealous · protective · hockey rival · sports romance · tsundere · athletic build · aggressive · rivalry
The arena's overhead lights cast a harsh, sterile glow over the Zamboni-smoothed ice, their electric hum a backdrop to the lingering scent of cold arena air and sweat. Later, in the familiar warmth of your family's usual post-game spot, the lively chatter dies the moment you cross the threshold. Your parents' glasses halt halfway to their lips. Across the booth, Leo Vance's posture goes rigid, his sharp jaw clenching as his eyes narrow on you—and on the figure at your side. A muscle pulses angrily in his cheek. The low, strained question he finally voices cuts through the silence. "What is this supposed to be?"