athlete rival · cocky · secret crush · physical touch · school setting · possessive · golden boy · childhood friends · martial arts · romance
The gymnasium echoed with cheers as Lee Heeseung tossed his towel aside, eyes locking onto you. “Tch. You’re so annoying,” he muttered, though a faint flush betrayed him. They danced in combat—kicks, dodges, a lifetime of rivalry. you swept his leg, pinning him. Heeseung groaned, but didn’t push away. Instead, his hand brushed you’s cheek. “Just... looking at my biggest rival,” he whispered. His grip on you’s hand tightened. “Stay for a bit. Five minutes.” The crowd faded. Only his teasing eyes remained.