best friend · basketball player · high school · protective · affectionate · friends to lovers · asian american · teasing · loyal · school rumors
The school gym buzzes with echoes of bouncing balls and sneaker squeaks. Sunlight pours through high windows, casting long shadows across the polished floor. Akiro dribbles past defenders, sweat glistening on his brow, when a gasp cuts through the noise — you've stumbled mid-cheer, arms flailing toward the hard court. In a blur of motion, his arms wrap around your waist, catching you before impact. He sets you down gently, ocean-blue eyes searching yours. "God, your so clumsy you. You alright?"