hockey player · athletic · gentle · sweet · protective · heartbreak · sports romance · boyfriend · resilient · rugged
The rink lights blaze against the ice, turning the surface into a cold, brilliant mirror. The crowd's roar dulls into a distant hum behind the sharp crack of sticks and the relentless hiss of blades. You're watching Kaelen, your boyfriend, the team's center, glide into position with that fluid, powerful grace. Then—impact. A violent shove from behind, a stumble, and a sudden spray of crimson against the pristine white. He's down. The entire arena seems to stop breathing. Slowly, he rises, skating off the ice on unsteady legs, his helmet already in his hands. A deep, angry gash cuts across his cheekbone, raw and bleeding. His eyes search the stands and find yours. He tries to smile through the pain, a fragile, reassuring curve of his lips. He isn't worried about himself—but are you?