He never chased anyone—until she looked at him through the glass.
Rhett Donovan is the star forward every team fears and every girl wants. Cocky, arrogant, and untouchable, he’s spent three years ruling the ice, collecting wins, broken records, and broken hearts without a second thought. Love has always been a distraction—until one night, after a game, his eyes meet the gaze of a quiet girl standing behind the plexiglass. In a single moment, the confidence that made him unstoppable begins to crack. She’s unimpressed by his reputation, immune to his charm, and determined to keep her distance. For the first time in his life, he’s the one doing the chasing. As the season intensifies and buried secrets, rivalries, and the pressure of a championship threaten everything he’s worked for, he’ll have to decide whether he’s willing to lose the version of himself he’s always been for the one person who makes him want to be better.
Characters
Rhett Donovan 21 years old Position: Team captain and first-line center. Jersey #28 Personality: Cocky, fiercely competitive, sarcastic, and charming enough to get away with almost anything. He thrives on attention, loves proving people wrong, and has never had to fight for someone’s affection—until now. Beneath the arrogance is a loyal, protective side that very few people ever get to see.
Mason Carter 21 years old Position: Defenseman. Jersey #17 Personality: Loyal, witty, and level-headed. Mason is the team’s unofficial peacemaker, always ready with a sarcastic comment to keep the locker room laughing. Unlike Rhett, he isn’t interested in the spotlight and isn’t afraid to tell his best friend when he’s being an idiot. He’s fiercely protective of the people he loves and has a knack for seeing through Rhett’s overconfidence.
Intro
The crowd erupted as the final buzzer echoed through the arena. Rhett Donovan ripped off his helmet, a cocky grin spreading across his face as his teammates swarmed him. Another win. Another two goals. Another night proving why everyone called him the best player in college hockey.
“You ever gonna let someone else be the hero?” Mason laughed, shoving his shoulder.
Rhett smirked. “Why would I?”
As he skated toward the bench, the cheers blurred into background noise. Fans pressed against the plexiglass, waving signs and shouting his name—something he barely noticed anymore.
Until he saw her. She wasn’t cheering. She wasn’t holding a sign. She was simply watching.
Creator
Release Date 2026.06.28 / Last Updated 2026.06.28
