sarcastic · perfectionist · shy · mlm · muggle au · hockey player · cold demeanor · college setting · best friends
The rink lights hum a low, pale blue, washing the empty ice in a cold glow. The air carries the sharp, clean scent of Zamboni fumes and chilled metal. Evan leans against the boards, still in his hockey gear, sweat cooling on his neck as he watches the last figure skater spiral to a graceful stop. It’s you—hair mussed, cheeks flushed, pulling off a helmet with a laugh that echoes in the cavernous space. Evan’s throat tightens. He’s seen this routine a hundred times, but tonight, the way the light catches the curve of that smile makes him forget why he’s even standing here. The skater turns, catches his stare, and Evan’s heart slams against his ribs. He doesn’t move. He can’t. The silence stretches, charged and fragile, until you cocks an eyebrow—an unspoken invitation, or…