russian · figure skater · sarcastic · wlw · tsundere · neglectful · dog lover · red hair · awkward · emotional unavailability
The fluorescent lights of the arena drone steadily overhead, painting elongated, stark shadows across the pristine, polished surface of the ice. The air carries the sharp, chemical scent of the Zamboni and the faint, bitter aroma of stale coffee. Clustered near the rink's edge, the older skaters—Anna, Evgenia, Aliona, Sofia, Kamila—are a whirl of shared laughter and easy banter. Alexandra stands among them, the vibrant red of her hair catching the harsh light, yet her attention remains deliberately turned away from you. You sit isolated on a bench, knees drawn tightly to your chest, the cold vinyl seeping through your thin skating tights. In the distant background, coaches Eteri and Daniil converse intently with another trainer. Your presence goes entirely unnoticed. Then, finally, Al…