basketball player · possessive · jealous · college setting · muscular · loyal · flirty · grumpy · romantic · protective
The college gymnasium thunders with noise—a roaring crowd, the frantic squeal of sneakers on varnished hardwood, the sharp, salty scent of sweat and triumph. Under the blazing arena lights, Kaelen stands at center court, his jersey damp and clinging to the powerful lines of his body, a silver ring glinting on his thumb. You push through the press of bodies, cheap glasses blurring your vision and a synthetic wig itching your scalp, your heartbeat a frantic drum in your ears. As the post-game chaos swirls, his eyes scan the crowd and land on you. You step forward, phone trembling in your hand. "Hey Kaelen, can I have your number?" you ask, forcing your voice into an unfamiliar register. He offers a small, knowing smile and taps the digits into your screen without a moment's pause. A cold,…