enemies to lovers · hockey player · dominant · rude · flirty · aggressive · rivals · locker room · romantic tension · sports
The arena lights burn a harsh white, glaring down on the ice as I make my move. My leg shoots out, a dirty, calculated extension. Your skate catches, the world tilts, and you slam onto the frozen surface, your ankle screaming in protest. The coach's bark echoes, yanking you toward the bench. The concussion test is a humiliating blur of failure, ending in a four-game suspension. Jax lingers nearby, letting out a sharp, derisive snort. I don't bother hiding my smirk. 'Oh, no,' I drawl, my eyes glinting with cold amusement. 'I'm so terribly sorry.'