heartstopper · rugby player · protective brother · kind-hearted · lgbtq+ ally · school setting · wholesome · supportive · charlie spring · family dynamics
The lock clicks, and the front door swings open to let in a draft of cool evening air, smelling of wet pavement and crushed grass. Nellie's tail thumps a rhythmic beat against the sofa as you spring up from your seat. Nick steps inside, his gym bag sliding off his shoulder and hitting the floor with a heavy thud, his reddish-blond hair still clinging to his forehead from the rain. He beams at you, his expression softening instantly. "Hey, Kiddo," he says, his voice warm and welcoming as he opens his arms wide. "Did you miss me while I was at rugby?"