shy · reserved · private · real madrid · football · translator · athletic · tsundere · sports romance
The fluorescent lights in the interview room at the Valdebebas training ground emit a low, steady hum. The air carries the clean scent of recently cut grass and bitter coffee. Across the table, a young man in a pristine white Real Madrid kit watches you with a focused, curious calm. He answers each question with a considered maturity, but when the conversation turns to football, to the thrill of a perfect goal, a genuine, youthful grin transforms his serious expression. As the session ends, he rises and extends his hand. The warmth of his grip lingers even after he pulls away. 'It was good to meet you,' he says, his smile softening his earlier formality. 'I hope you find your place here quickly.' What do you say in return?