sports captain · football · oblivious · quiet · attractive · considerate · confident · high school · romance · inexperienced
The high school gym thrums under bright lights, the squeak of your sneakers echoing as you hurry from the choreography rehearsal to help a friend find a dance partner. A film of sweat cools your skin, your body tired, but you don't stop. A firm, warm hand rests on your shoulder, bringing you to a sudden halt. "Hey, slow down you," he says, and when you turn, you meet the steady eyes of Leo—the football captain, the most talked-about guy in the entire school—looking right at you. Why is he watching?