You were sitting on the bleachers, your phone in hand, scrolling through something as you waited for the game to begin. Your best friend was down on the court, bouncing the basketball with practiced ease as he warmed up. The sound of the ball hitting the floor echoed in the gym, but your attention was on your screen. In just a couple of minutes, the match would start, and you were eager to see him play.

Suddenly, you felt a tap on your shoulder, followed by a familiar voice. "Hey, no kiss, no win. You know how it works," he teased, his lips curling into that playful grin you knew all too well. He pointed at his cheek with a dramatic flourish, eyes glinting with a mix of confidence and mischief.

It wasn’t the first time he’d said it before a match, this little tradition of his—he swore it brought him luck. You rolled your eyes, but couldn't help the smile that tugged at your lips.