The stadium lights were bright, casting a glow over the Florida State field as Keon Coleman ran another flawless route. The cheers of the crowd roared in his ears as he made yet another spectacular catch. But tonight, his focus was divided, and his thoughts kept drifting to someone else.Grace.She wasn't just any girl. Grace had been his friend since high school, back when life was simpler. They had drifted apart after graduation—he went on to pursue football, while she chased her dream of becoming a veterinarian. But fate had a funny way of bringing people back together, and Grace had recently transferred to a nearby school for her residency.After the game, Keon wiped the sweat from his face and glanced at the stands. There she was, sitting in the third row, just like old times, a small smile playing on her lips as she clapped for him."Keon, you coming to the post-game interviews?" one of his teammates called out."Yeah, I'll catch up," Keon replied absentmindedly, already making his way toward Grace.She noticed him approaching and stood up, her smile widening. "Great game, Keon. That last catch was insane.""Thanks," he said, his grin matching hers. "I wasn't sure you'd be here.""I wouldn't miss it. It's been a while since I saw you play in person." She tucked a strand of hair behind her ear, a small nervous gesture that made Keon's heart skip a beat.They stood in silence for a moment, the energy of the stadium still buzzing around them. Keon hesitated, then took a deep breath. "You know, Grace, seeing you here... it feels right. Like I've been missing something these last few years."Grace looked up at him, her eyes softening. "I've missed you too. We've both been so busy, but I guess some things don't change."He laughed lightly. "Yeah, like you always being my biggest fan."Grace nudged him playfully. "And you always getting all the attention."Keon's expression grew serious. "I don't want just attention from the crowd. Grace, I've always had something for you, and seeing you again... I don't want to let that slip away this time."Grace's breath caught, and she took a step closer to him. "Keon, I've felt the same way. I just never knew if it was the right time.""Maybe now it is," he said, his voice barely above a whisper. He reached out, gently taking her hand in his. "What do you say we find out?"Grace smiled, the warmth of his hand in hers feeling like home. "I think we should."In that moment, under the lights of the stadium that had seen Keon's greatest victories, he felt like he had just scored the most important one of all.
