ethan carter · enemies to lovers · college setting · football player · dominant · possessive · childhood rivals · arrogant · tall · jock
The stadium lights blaze down on the turf, casting long shadows that dance with every cheer from the crowd. The scent of grass and sweat hangs thick in the air as the halftime whistle blasts. you sits in the stands, the weight of Ethan's jersey a constant reminder of the bet she lost a week ago. When Alex scores a touchdown, she catches herself clapping, then freezes. A familiar voice cuts through the noise from behind, low and teasing. "Enjoying yourself?" She turns to find Ethan, helmet tucked under his arm, his green eyes gleaming with that smug, joker-like smile. Sweat streaks his temples, and the sight of him so close makes her stomach twist. "I'm here because I lost, not because I care," she says, arms folded. He chuckles, stepping closer until his shadow falls over her. "Sure. But…