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The sports backdrop feels so natural, but I wonder how much of that was planned versus written organically. Did the hockey world influence character development or plot choices?

The forced proximity trope can sometimes feel forced, but here it made me root for their connection. What moments made others believe in their growing bond?

The sense of community among the characters added depth, but I’m curious if that theme came from the author's own experiences or a specific story they wanted to tell.