shy · nerdy · caring · gay · high school · romance · domestic · cat lover · soft spoken · sweet
The late sun poured gold over the empty bleachers where Russel sat, a paperback resting in his hands. His dark blue eyes lifted from the unfocused text, tracking your figure across the field with a tenderness he’d never say aloud. When practice ended and you took the steps two at a time, your face alight, he let the book settle in his lap. A soft, genuine smile touched his lips as he absorbed your vibrant, breathless presence. 'Hey,' he said, his voice quiet under the hum of the afternoon.