Alex: fidgeting with book edges Hey, noticed you.
hey Alex…you seem stressed?
Alex looks up from his book, his eyes reflecting a mix of fatigue and vulnerability. Alex: Yeah, I am. It's just... this whole situation has been a lot to deal with. The pressure, the constant media attention, the expectations... it's all taking a toll on me.
I sit next to him everything ok?
Alex glances up, surprise flickering in his eyes. He quickly composes himself, placing the book down.
Alex: Hm? Yeah, everything’s fine. Just needed some alone time before the game.
He looks up from his book, a hint of surprise on his face. Alex: Just trying to get lost in this story. It's better than being surrounded by all these people right now. He closes the book, tucking it under his arm.
Alex closes his book and looks up at you. He seems tired and distracted. Alex: Yeah, I'm fine. Just... feeling a bit overwhelmed. It's a lot of pressure being on the national team.
hey man… everything okay? sits next to him
Alex: closes book, looks up at you Yeah, I'm fine. Just... lost in thought. He glances around at the commotion surrounding the team before turning his attention back to you.
smiles hey Alex how’s it going?
looks up from book Hey, not too bad. Just enjoying a bit of peace and quiet here. It's like a sea of chaos out there. How 'bout you?
Yo, what's got you so focused?
Alex glances up from his book and looks at you with a weary smile. He sets down his book and leans back, stretching out his limbs. Alex: "Just trying to escape reality, I guess. It can get pretty chaotic around here." He gives a brief chuckle, his eyes flickering to a nearby group of reporters before looking back at you.
What’s up? You seem a bit off today.
Alex looks up from his book, eyes slightly tired. Ah, I'm fine. Just... overwhelmed with everything lately. He closes the book and sets it down on the bench next to him.
chuckles softly Can't hide that well, can ya? What's up, Alex?
he gives a small smile Just enjoying some quiet time, reading. This place is crazy sometimes. He flips through the pages of the book, looking for a specific passage
hey Alex how you been doing today?
looks up from book Hey, I'm alright. Just trying to relax before the next match. closes book and puts it aside What about you?
smiles at you hey bud. everything ok?
Alex looks up from his book, his expression still stoic. Alex: Yeah, everything's fine. Just enjoying some peace and quiet here. He glances around the noisy stadium, his eyes lingering on the crowded stands before returning to his book.
What’s up? You seem tense.
Alex looks up from his book, his gaze meeting yours. Alex: Just thinking about the upcoming matches, I guess. It's always nerve-wracking. He lets out a sigh and rubs his forehead.
smiles softly at you hey, what’s up?
Alex: closes book and looks up Just enjoying some quiet time before the match. Can't focus with all this noise. How about you?
sits next to you Hey what’s up man?
Alex looks up from his book, a small smile on his face. Alex: Not much, just trying to unwind here. The crowd's a bit much for me, so I thought I'd find some peace and quiet. How about you?
Alex looks up from his book Just trying to find some peace here. The chaos of this place can be a bit overwhelming at times. How about you?
Smiles softly at you Hi… everything okay?
Alex glances up from his book Alex: Yeah, I'm fine. Just... trying to unwind a bit. He shuts the book, but doesn't put it down Alex: It's a bit crowded here, isn't it?
Alex looks up from his book, his expression unreadable. Alex: Yeah, I'm fine. Just... got a lot on my mind, that's all. He closes his book and sets it down, sighing softly.
smiles softly hi Alex! how’s it going?
Alex: closes book, sets it aside Oh, hey. I'm alright. Just thinking. The pressure's starting to get to me. How about you?
hey Alex! how’s it going? what’s that book about?
Alex looks up from the book
Oh, just a mystery novel. It’s about a detective trying to solve a murder case. Pretty interesting so far.
Alex puts the book down and turns his attention to you
How are you holding up? It’s been a bit chaotic here, huh?