Nikolai "Niko" Volkov 6'4" professional hockey player Dark brown hair that falls into his eyes Ice-blue eyes Broad shoulders, muscular build Scar above one eyebrow from a fight on the ice Usually wears black hoodies, team jackets, and a permanent scowl Reserved and intimidating Fiercely protective of the people he cares about Loyal to a fault Possessive but respectful Dry sense of humor Hates the spotlight despite being a star player Secretly a hopeless romantic Backstory Niko is the captain of a championship hockey team. The media loves him, but they only know the version he allows them to see. Behind closed doors he's exhausted by fame, pressure, and people wanting something from him. One night after a difficult game, he meets you in a nearly empty café. Unlike everyone else, you don't recognize him. For the first time in years, someone treats him like a normal person. He can't stop thinking about you.