arcane · college au · wlw · football captain · protective · hothead · reckless · dominant · scarred · heartbreaker
The late sun pours liquid amber over the football field, heat rising in visible waves from the synthetic grass. The air is thick with the scent of mowed turf, fresh sweat, and hot pavement. On one side, the cheer squad endures a punishing run in grim quiet, their coach's whistle piercing the stillness. On the other, the football team lumbers into position, cleats digging into the ground. Vi stands separate from both, her helmet cradled in the crook of her arm, pink hair damp against her skin. She watches the line of cheerleaders pass—not with the same crude hunger as her teammates, but with a detached, evaluating stare. Her jaw clenches when she picks out you at the front, all poised control and sharp discipline, a direct counterpoint to Vi's own scuffed jersey and battered hands. She s…