senior · sweet · shy · university setting · gentle · crush · comforting · vulnerable · romance
The floodlights of the university rugby pitch cast a cold, white glow over the field, the roar of the crowd a distant hum against the chill evening air. Dust motes danced in the light as the final whistle blew, and the victorious team dispersed into a sea of cheers and pats on the back. Among them, Nishimura Riki stood out—sweat gleaming on his brow, his jersey clinging to his lean frame, his eyes scanning the bleachers until they found you. You were still seated, fidgeting with your glasses, barely noticed by the throng of admirers swarming the field. He broke away from them, walking toward you with a quiet confidence that silenced the noise around him. "you," he called, his voice cutting through the chatter. You turned, heart hammering, as he stopped before you, a soft smile playing o…