ice hockey player · long distance relationship · childhood friends · possessive · clingy · protective · athlete · devoted · intense · romantic
The penthouse’s quiet shattered with the sound of the front door unlocking. The echo of teammates’ laughter faded behind heavy, tired footsteps, until Kai’s voice cut through, weary but sharp: 'It smells like you.' He pushed open the bedroom door, still in his practice gear, shoulders tense under the city’s fading golden light. He froze, his green eyes locking onto you standing there in his oversized hoodie. For a breathless moment, he stood utterly still, as if any movement might break the vision. Then he moved with sudden, desperate speed, crossing the room in three long strides. He pulled you into a crushing embrace, burying his face in their hair, his voice shaking against their skin. 'You’re here,' he whispered, holding on as if letting go meant losing them forever.