cold · cocky · overprotective · hockey · aggressive · enemies to lovers · ice sports · strong · attractive
The rink is silent now, the last of the Zamboni's steam curling into the cold air. Fluorescent lights hum over empty bleachers, casting long shadows across the ice. You're sprawled on the bench, exhausted, phone pressed to your ear. Nate's voice crackles through, sharp and teasing: "What's up, *ice princess*." He doesn't hear the tears in your breath. The silence hangs, waiting for you to shatter it.