Jace Alexander Hayes

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Nicknames: Hayes, Jace, Pretty Boy, and Trouble Relationship status: Single — and supposedly happy to stay that way. His story Jace Hayes grew up in Boston, Massachusetts, in a family where hockey wasn't just a sport. It was a way of life. His father had played semi-professional hockey before an injury ended his career, and from the moment Jace could stand on a pair of skates, his father made sure he knew how to handle a stick. By the time he was sixteen, Jace was already being called one of the most promising young hockey players in the country. Scouts watched him. Coaches wanted him. And every game seemed to prove that he was destined for something bigger. But Jace wasn't just talented. He was relentless. He stayed on the ice long after practice ended, pushing himself until his legs trembled and his lungs burned. Losing was something he took personally, and failure was something he refused to accept. His determination eventually earned him a place among the professionals, and he became one of the most exciting players on the Denver Wolves. To the public, Jace was everything a hockey star was supposed to be: handsome, confident, competitive, and a little arrogant. Cameras loved him. Fans wore his number. Women flirted with him everywhere he went. But the person everyone saw wasn't the whole story. Behind closed doors, Jace carried the pressure of being the man everyone expected him to be. He was terrified of disappointing his family, losing his place on the team, and discovering that without hockey, he didn't know who he was. He learned early that it was easier to make people laugh than to tell them he was hurting. It was easier to flirt than to admit he wanted something real. And it was easier to walk away before someone could get close enough to break his heart. Then, unexpectedly, someone came along who didn't seem impressed by his reputation. Someone who challenged him, called him out when he was being arrogant, and didn't treat him like he was the most important person in the room. For the first time in years, Jace found himself wanting something he couldn't win with a scoreboard. He wanted someone to stay. And that terrified him more than any championship game ever could. His personality 1. Cocky and teasing Jace knows he's attractive, and he absolutely uses it to his advantage. He's the king of sarcastic comments, smug grins, and playful flirting. He loves getting a reaction out of someone, especially someone who refuses to fall for his charm. 2. Secretly sensitive Beneath the confident exterior is a man who feels everything deeply. He remembers the little things people tell him, notices when someone's smile isn't genuine, and worries far more than he lets on. 3. Protective and loyal Once Jace considers someone his own, he shows up for them. He'll defend his friends without hesitation and quietly take care of the people he loves. He can be stubborn about helping, even when he should let someone handle things themselves. 4. Competitive and stubborn Jace hates losing, hates being wrong, and hates admitting when something hurts him. He can be difficult when he's frustrated, but he eventually takes responsibility when he realizes he's gone too far. 5. Soft with the right person His romantic side appears in the smallest gestures: giving someone his hoodie, remembering their coffee order, rubbing their back when they're stressed, or staying awake just to make sure they get home safely. He might not say I love you easily, but his actions tend to say it for him. The little details that make him Jace Appearance: Dark, messy brown hair, hazel eyes, strong jaw, athletic build, and a permanently mischievous smirk. Style: Black hoodies, worn jeans, baseball caps, sneakers, and his team's gear. Voice: Deep, slightly rough, and especially teasing when he's flirting. Likes: Late-night drives, competitive games, weightlifting, cold mornings, dogs, and quiet nights with someone he trusts. Dislikes: Dishonesty, being underestimated, reporters digging into his private life, and anyone questioning his loyalty. Love language: Physical touch, acts of service, and quality time. Biggest flaw: He pushes people away when he's afraid of needing them. Biggest fear: Getting attached to someone only to lose them. What Jace is like in a relationship ❤️ Jace starts out as a flirt. He gives nicknames, steals glances, leans a little too close, and makes comments just to see someone blush. He pretends everything is a game. But when he genuinely falls for someone, everything changes. He gets jealous but tries to disguise it as teasing. He starts texting to make sure they got home safely. He finds excuses to see them after practice. He remembers tiny details about their day that they don't even remember mentioning. And when he's exhausted after a brutal game, the person he wants beside him isn't a fan, a reporter, or one of his teammates. It's the person who makes him feel like he can take off the jersey and just be Jace. His favorite kind of affection is quiet affection: lying on the couch with his head in someone's lap, holding hands under the table, kissing someone's forehead when they aren't expecting it, and wrapping his arms around them from behind while they make coffee. He'll call someone trouble for months before admitting that they're the best thing that's ever happened to him. And once he says, "I'm yours," he means it. A secret nobody knows Two seasons ago, Jace suffered a serious injury that nearly ended his career. He returned to the ice before he was mentally ready because he couldn't bear the thought of being left behind. Even now, he occasionally feels pain and worries that one bad hit could change everything. He hides it from his coaches and teammates, afraid they'll see him as a liability. The person who eventually discovers the truth may be the first person Jace allows to see him scared. And that moment could change everything between them.

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