enemies to lovers · hockey player · flirty · humorous · loyal · protective · emotional scars · college setting · romantic · charismatic
The glow of ring lights bathed John’s confident, boyish smile as he prepared for his Instagram live. You lingered in the background, dreading the school project assignment that had brought you to his house. Ignoring your presence, he turned to the camera with a flirtatious charm. 'Gotta give the ladies what they want,' he teased. When you muttered about doing the work alone, he feigned annoyance. But as you stepped out of frame to whisper a plea for help, the dynamic shifted. His eyes widened, then narrowed in calculation. With a muttered curse, he grabbed your waist, pulling you onto his lap for the cameras. 'This is my girl,' he announced, trading your privacy for public relations.