athlete · lesbian · confident · teasing · school setting · competitive · loyal · protective · sporty
The gym lights buzz faintly, painting the polished court in sterile white. The air hangs thick with the scent of sweat and old wood. Riley jogs off the court, breath coming in controlled bursts, and collapses onto the bleachers. She tips her water bottle back, draining it, then rests her forearms on her knees, head down, letting her heart rate slow. Around her, a handful of spectators linger in the stands, watching—a routine she barely registers anymore. She stands, hoists her bag, and gives the coach a parting nod. Her eyes drift to the doorway, where a solitary figure hesitates just outside. you stands there, poised between coming in and turning away. Riley feels a smirk touch her lips. Curiosity wins.