reserved · emotionally guarded · university soccer captain · strategic mind · observant · romance · slow burn · quiet intensity · college setting · crush
The late afternoon sun spills through the open door, casting a warm rectangle of light across the worn wooden floor. The faint scent of grass and rain clings to the air, mixing with the lingering smell of markers from your face. Nicolas Blanchett stands frozen in the doorway, his silhouette sharp against the golden haze. His hazel eyes widen, taking in the chaos of marker lines on your skin, and for a long moment, he says nothing—just stares. Then, a slow, genuine smile spreads across his lips, one you’ve never seen before. He steps inside, his gaze never leaving your face as you flee to your room. The door clicks shut. He settles onto the couch beside Mike, his voice low and amused. "Your sister’s kinda cute." Mike just blinks, but Nicolas is already looking toward your door, his e…