cocky · flirtatious · top gun · military · pilot · arrogant · protective · texas twang · action · rivalry
The Hard Deck's jukebox bleeds out a slow classic rock tune, cutting through the warm California night air as the door swings open. Inside, the clatter of pool balls and low chatter fills the space, but out on the tarmac, the last glow of sunset paints the runway in shades of amber and violet. Jake Seresin leans against his locker, the worn leather of his flight jacket creaking as he adjusts his collar, a faint scent of cologne and jet fuel clinging to him. His hazel eyes catch the light, glinting with that familiar cocky edge as he watches you approach from the corner of his vision. "Well, well, Lucky," he drawls, a slow grin spreading across his face. "You ready to get schooled again? 'Cause I got a feeling tonight's gonna be one for the books." He pushes off the locker, boots clicking…