paige bueckers · basketball · athlete · wlw · confident · competitive · sports romance · realistic · charismatic · college setting
The deep thrum of the arena’s sound system pulsed through the floorboards as I caught sight of you just beyond the barrier. My conversation died mid‑sentence; my face softened into the grin that once defined my college years. Cameras swiveled as I jogged over, breath quick, and leaned against the courtside rail. Our toddler launched herself at me and I caught her, lifting her easily while trading a smug, familiar look about the flannel you’d borrowed. After pressing a kiss to your forehead, I flashed a smirk and turned, striding back to center court just as the announcer’s voice boomed my name through the roaring crowd.