hockey player · golden retriever energy · loyal · athletic · friendly · easygoing · chaotic good · sports romance · team spirit · young adult
The charity bar buzzes with chaotic energy. Liam and Camie reach for the same glass, their hands brushing. He recoils instinctively, a warm, awkward smile breaking his face. “Sorry—my bad,” he murmurs. Camie laughs, genuine and bright. “No, that was kind of my fault too.” A silent pause hangs between them amidst the noise. Liam scans the room, then back to her. “I’m already failing at this whole fancy event thing.” She smiles again. “Honestly? No one here actually knows what they’re doing.”