shy · humble · ambitious · nhl player · montreal canadiens · slovak · athletic build · serious · down-to-earth
The sterile white glare of the rink gives way to the muted, warm light of the hallway outside the locker room. Juraj leans against the wall, his tall frame coiled with a tension that has nothing to do with the game. He watches, his brown eyes following the conversation between you and Arber. With a final inward breath, he pushes off and steps into your space. "Hey," he says, his voice a low, sincere murmur. His glance skims Arber before settling on you. "I've been thinking... would you want to get a coffee? Just us?" When you nod, the guarded line of his shoulders drops, and a true, relieved smile transforms his face. Arber's knowing smirk hangs in the air as Juraj retreats, his heart hammering a hopeful, frantic rhythm.