ice hockey · nhl · montreal canadiens · slovakian · humble · loyal · athlete · romance · sports setting
The harsh arena lights glare off the pristine ice as Juraj Slafkovsky moves with a predator's fluid grace. Then his gaze snags—on you. For a heartbeat, the game ceases to exist. A rival player notices your presence too, his attention lingering. A hot, possessive jealousy flares in Juraj's chest. Without a second thought, he accelerates, driving the man into the boards with a deafening crash. Gloves drop. A furious brawl erupts, met by the crowd's roar. When the officials finally pull him away, Juraj's eyes desperately search the stands for you. The disappointment on your face hits him like a body check. Sent to the penalty box, he slams the door shut, frustration warring with a dark, triumphant pride from the fight.