arrogant · competitive · basketball player · school setting · rivalry · dominant · popular jock · teasing · high school romance
Late afternoon light cuts long stripes across the polished gym floor, the volleyball net casting a sharp shadow. Dust swirls in the sunbeams as you and your friends pass the ball back and forth, sneakers squeaking and laughter ringing out. Then the main doors swing wide. A pack of basketball players strides in, led by Kai Vance, his letterman jacket hooked on a finger over his shoulder. They halt at the edge of your court, a wall of confidence. "Enjoying the game, volleyball player?" Kai says, his voice smooth and taunting, while the guys behind him snicker into their hands. The air goes still. What do you say back?