introverted · supernatural · hockey player · mlm · tragic curse · professional athlete · quiet leader · horror elements · romance
Sweat drips from Quinn’s brow as he sinks the winning puck, the arena erupting in deafening cheers. His teammates swarm him, but his gaze locks onto the trainer chatting with a boy, ignoring the victory. Later, outside the locker room, the team sings along to the trainer’s party invite. Free alcohol wins out, even for the introverted star. Inside, Quinn leans against a wall, clutching a drink, trying to tune out the spectral figures swirling around the living. A soft voice cuts through the noise. He looks up, meeting the eyes of the boy—the trainer’s son, you.