LOGINNoa searched his eyes and surprise gripped him. He took a step closer. Leon took one backwards. He took another one. “What did you just say?” Leon took one back. They continued until Leon’s back hit the wall. “I said you've punished me enough.” Noa stood in front of him. “How dare you play the victim here. You made your decision and went about parading yourself with Sabastian. You're the one parading around with Sabastian. So why can't you leave me be. What the heck do you want from me?" Noa’s voice cracked with hurt. "I want you to listen to me." Leon whispered. "I've listened enough." He spoke as their eyes locked. "No, you haven't!" Leon said almost in a sob. "You've listened to everyone except me!" Silence filled the room. Noa's chest rose and fell rapidly. His exhaustion, heartbreak, and frustration had finally reached their limit. He pointed toward the door again. His voice came out rough. "I said leave me the fuck alone." The words stru
Noa's voice remained calm, but the pain behind it was unmistakable."You don't owe me an explanation." "You think I'm here because I pity you?" Noa didn't answer. His silence was answer enough. Leon stared at him in disbelief. "So that's what you think?" "What else am I supposed to think?" "I'm talking to you because I care!"The words echoed through the empty restroom. Both of them froze. Leon hadn't meant to say that louder. Noa's heart skipped. For one impossible second, he wanted to believe those words. He wanted to grab him and wrapped his arms around him. Then Sebastian's smiling face flashed through his mind. The photo of them in the gossip page. The ride home. The pet name. The worse, the kiss. Instantly, his hope crumbled again. He slowly shook his head. "You're only trying to make yourself feel better." Leon blinked. "What? “You feel guilty." "Noa..." "So you're looking for forgiveness." Leon grabbed Noa's wrist before he c
Ben knew the hockey team's regulations in Hillary Campus were crystal clear. Players were forbidden from engaging in romantic relationships with teammates. Any violation could result in disciplinary action, or even removal from the team. Ben slipped his hands into his pockets, already imagining the chaos such a revelation would create. "You turned down my feelings Noa." His smirk deepened."So you'd better not be falling for Leon." He glanced once more toward the hallway where Noa had disappeared."Because if you are, you'll be out of this hockey team before you even realize what's happening." A satisfied chuckle escaped his lips as a dangerous plan slowly began to take shape in his mind. Later that day, Ben leaned against the corridor wall, watching Noa disappear down the staircase with his hockey bag slung over one shoulder. A sly grin spread across his face."In two days..." He glanced at the colorful banners students were hanging across campus. "The school
Their part didn’t cross until time for their practice. Noa arrived exactly on time. He changed in silence. When Leon entered the locker room, their eyes briefly met. Normally, Noa would have looked away with anger and jealousy. But today...He simply nodded. “Hey rookie.” No teasing, no awkwardness, and no lingering gaze. Leon frowned. "Hey, can I…" Leon started but Noa had already walked away. During drills, Noa played flawlessly.Every pass was precise. Every defensive move was perfect. He communicated only when necessary. "Left." "Behind." "Switch." Nothing more. Whenever Coach Finn paused practice, Noa walked to the opposite side of the rink instead of standing beside Leon like he usually did. Leon noticed. Again, and again something was very wrong. He wasn't angry and Leon don't like that. He suppose to be angry. What's the matter with him or didn't he see the gossip? Practice ended. Leon hurried after him. "Noa."Noa stopped but didn't t
The next morning, Leon walked across campus with his backpack slung over one shoulder, trying to focus on the lecture waiting for him. Something felt... off. People were looking at him. Not the usual curious glances. These were longer and knowing. Some students whispered behind raised hands. Others openly smiled when he walked past. A few even giggled. Leon's steps slowed. What's going on...? He wondered. As he approached the lecture hall, Jenny suddenly appeared beside him. She bumped his shoulder playfully. "So..." she whispered, unable to hide her grin. "Sab was the lucky guy, huh?" Leon stopped so abruptly another student nearly walked into him. "What?" Jenny raised an eyebrow. "Oh, don't play innocent." "What the heck are you talking about?" She laughed playfully. "Come on, Leon. It's everywhere." She gave him a teasing wink. Leon felt his heartbeat stumble."Jenny." His voice came out strained."What is everywhere?" Jenny blinked. Her smil
Leon hesitated. Something about accepting the ride didn't feel right, but the rain wasn't slowing. His bike was dead, and there was no way he could get a mechanic out there in the rain. Sabastian had already stepped out of the car. He went over to Leon, drew him out into the rain and Leon bumped into him. It was unexpected. Sabastian smiled and led him towards his car. Opening the door for him. “Come on Leon,“ he put his hands on his back as he settled in. Sabastian walked around quickly and settled in too. "I'll owe you one," Leon said quietly. "You don't owe me anything."Sabastian smiled warmly. "I like taking care of you." Those words were loud and it reached Noa to where he was standing with painful clarity. His fingers curled into fists. He wanted to walk over. He wanted to tell Leon not to go. He wanted to ask why Sabastian always seemed to appear at exactly the right moment. Instead, he couldn't due to team rule. He watched when Leon climbed into the
The sudden burst of loud voices outside the stall instantly snapped both of them back to reality. The restroom door slammed closed. Students who walked in moved around noisily, laughing and talking over each other. Leon’s eyes flew open fully. At the same time, Noa jerked back slightly. His h
Both guys stared at him in surprise. He sounded very annoyed. “Come on, Cap. Let it go already. Coach had settled things after practice.” Vic immediately jumped in. “Exactly,” Nath agreed. “Leon was rough during training, but honestly? That rookie is good.” Noa stared at them blankly for
The moment Professor Hale dismissed the class, the lecture hall erupted with noise. Chairs scraped against the floor. Students hurried to pack their bags and rushed out to the cafeteria. Leon had barely zipped up his bag when Sebastian hooked an arm around his immediately. “You must be starvi
Noa tilted his head slightly, eyes dragging over Leon’s tense expression. “Are you sure about that?" Leon couldn't reply because he knew he was right. His heart had been thudding since he saw him in the shower. He had been trying to control his body from acting up. Water rolled down Leon’s ne







