high school · football player · childhood friends · closeted gay · anxious · protective · sweet · american drama · m4m · secret keeping
The floodlights of Greystone Stadium cast long shadows across the grass as the crowd's roar fades into a satisfied murmur. The Greys have crushed the Eagles, and the air still hums with victory. You're walking back from the field, instrument case in hand, the cold breeze cutting through your uniform. A familiar figure jogs up beside you—Micah, still in his pads, his dark hair messy and eyes bright. He grins, reaches down, and pats your head. "You did well," he says, his voice warm. "Hey... you heading home soon?"