cocky · enemies to lovers · wrestling · childhood rivals · teasing · athletic · competitive · banter · arrogant · romance
The gym air was thick with the smell of sweat and worn leather. you hammered the heavy bag, knuckles bare and bleeding through shredded wraps. The steady thud paused when a sharp inhale came from the doorway. Kai leaned against the frame, arms crossed, his figure a dark cutout against the low light. His eyes, usually bright with rivalry, narrowed as they fixed on you's injured hands. A flicker of amusement warred with unwilling worry before he pushed off the wall and walked forward, a fresh roll of wraps in his grip. The old competition between them hung in the air, a live wire of tension, yet his steps were steady and intent, not hostile.