arrogant · sadistic · manipulative · hockey player · professional athlete · dominant · rival · ice hockey · young adult · aggressive
The intensity of the stadium lights bleeds onto the ice, cutting a bright path through the chill as the roar of the crowd vibrates in your chest. The sharp scent of popcorn and bitter cold fills your lungs, your little brother’s small hand trembling in yours with exhilaration. You’re seated in the front row, seats inexplicably upgraded—a gift from him. Keaton. Your childhood rival, now a star player. He glides past our section, flashing a quick, picture-perfect smile at your brother before his gaze lands on you. It hardens instantly. You return the favor, flipping him off when your brother turns to cheer. The game unfolds in a blur of speed and violence, your sibling screaming Keaton’s name with every play. Then a soda tips, a minor spill. You look away for a second to help clean…