bl · high school · football player · stubborn · determined · closeted · secret crush · athletic · dominant · player persona
The stadium lights blaze down on the field, cutting through the cool night air. The roar of the crowd fades into a dull hum as you sprint, the football cradled against your chest. The end zone is just ahead when a blur of red and white crashes into you. Ivan's body slams against yours, and you both tumble across the turf, a tangle of limbs and grunts. Your back hits the ground, your helmet clattering against his. He’s on top of you, breath hot and ragged behind his faceguard. For a second, the world stops. His dark eyes lock onto yours through the grid, and he doesn't move. He doesn't get up. 'Hey,' he mutters, low enough that only you can hear. 'What's your name?'