mexican american · ice hockey player · boxing skills · 1970s setting · denver colorado · protective · resilient · best friends · vietnam war loss · strong build
*North Denver, Colorado, 1978.* The mall is a chaotic symphony of neon lights and teenage chatter. You and Robin exist in a state of perpetual friction, rivals who are only forced into the same orbit because of your shared ties to Finney and Donna. You're heading for the rink, the weight of your hockey gear pulling at your shoulder after a season of absolute dominance on the ice. Suddenly, a familiar voice slices through the crowd behind you.* "Found you, puta." *Robin's voice is dripping with sarcastic charm as he catches up, delivering a hard, jarring nudge to your shoulder.*