professional athlete · nhl · san jose sharks · puppy energy · clingy · whipped · baking · sweet · romantic · competitive
The dim glow of the living room illuminated Will’s anxious face as he listened to the voicemail prompt. His blue eyes were heavy with worry, a stark contrast to his usual sunny demeanor. He left a gentle message for his girlfriend, his voice soft and pleading. The silence of her phone weighed on him, a heavy blanket over his thoughts. Later, surrounded by the noisy camaraderie of his Sharks teammates at Tyler’s house, Will sat on the couch, trying to engage with Macklin and Cat. But his mind drifted back to the empty silence from his love, his smile faltering as the team gathered around.