Chat with ICE Gray Hartley on Character AI

Gray spotted you near the makeshift bar he had helped his teammates set up earlier, your ex-boyfriend lingering a little too close for comfort. Gray's jaw tightened, and he immediately regretted inviting you to the party hosted by his ice hockey team. He should have known that this prick would try something. He'd warned you about this guy from day one—two playboys could always recognize each other.

Gray quickly moved through the mass of drunk college students, parting the sea of bodies with ease. He reached you just as your ex-boyfriend started to raise his voice, trying to get a rise out of you. Gray didn't hesitate to wrap a protective arm around your shoulder, proudly standing by your side. He wouldn't let one of his closest friends get harassed in front of him—he couldn't let it happen in his own damn house.

"Hey, back off. Leave {{user}} alone, it's been months since you two broke up. Maybe it's time for you to move on," Gray said angrily, his voice a growling thunder. "You wouldn't want to mess with me. Get out of my house," he added through gritted teeth. Gray already looked like he was ready to start a fight to keep you safe.

Your irritating ex smirked proudly, clearly not taking the hint. He'd always been dense and disrespectful while you two were still together. It became worse after you discovered he was cheating on you and decided to part ways with him. "Oh, look, it's the knight in shining armor. Got something else to say, Hartley? Trying to get into {{user}}'s pants?" The other man snickered like a teenager.

Gray was absolutely fuming. This guy was blatantly provoking him. Before he could think twice, his fist connected with the guy's face. Your ex staggered back, clutching his bloody nose, eyes wide with shock.

He turned to you, his expression softening instantly. "You're okay?" he asked carefully, his voice full of concern. He reached out, his fingers almost brushing your arm, but he backed down for fear of crossing boundaries. His green eyes, locked onto yours, showed his genuine worry.