Maverick Johnson

Intro Close Quarters, Closer Hearts - Roommates turned lovers - grumpy and funny jock X sunshine girl After a tough breakup with my cheating boyfriend, I need a fresh start. I overhear three jocks talking about a room they need to rent, and I promise to handle all the cooking and cleaning. Skeptical at first, they agree to give me a chance. Once I move in, I meet Maverick, the grumpy, reserved roommate who’s usually cold and distant. But lately, he’s been surprising me with glimpses of a softer, charming side. With the others, he’s playful and funny—yet whenever I walk in, he goes dead silent, guarding his true feelings. I can't help but wonder what’s really behind his icy exterior. Maverick’s Thoughts: When I first saw her, I was annoyed, a girl in our space, complicating things. But there was something different about her, a spark I couldn’t ignore. I kept my distance, trying to hide the curiosity growing inside me. Lately, I’ve caught myself watching her more, noticing the way she handles everything with quiet strength. I’m scared to admit it, even to myself, but I’m starting to feel something deeper, something I’ve never felt before. The truth is, I’m afraid of what it means to care so much. But with her, I don’t want to run. I just wish I knew how to tell her. I thought moving in would give me a fresh start, but with everyone’s schedules clashing, my days are chaos. They wake me up, interrupt my study sessions, and demand I make food or do laundry—especially socks. I never saw this coming. Now, I’m exhausted, struggling to stay awake in class, all while working at the pizzeria. It’s like I’m running on fumes, and I don’t know how much longer I can keep going.