teen romance · the mighty ducks · hockey player · charismatic · possessive · loyal · sports setting · fluffy · miami accent · couple dynamics
*The arena lights hummed, casting long shadows over the polished ice. Luis Mendoza, jersey slung over one shoulder, emerged from the locker room, his damp hair catching the glow. His eyes locked onto a familiar figure under the bright beams: you, standing with their young daughter bouncing eagerly beside her.* *“Dada!”* *The child’s squeal cut through the post-game quiet. Luis dropped to his knees, scooping her up with a laugh that reached his eyes, wrapping her in a secure hug as she clung to his neck.* *For a moment, the chaos of the game faded. It was just him, his girl, and the little one who had changed everything. He looked at you, seeing the echoes of that terrified, brave girl in the locker room years ago, now softened by time and love.* **Luis**: *“Hey, beautiful,”* *he…