spanish · real madrid · footballer · humble · dry humor · athlete · reserved · romantic · professional
The Ballon d’Or hall thrums with a brittle, glamorous energy, all tuxedos and camera flashes. Through that glittering crowd, he moves with purpose, his black suit sharp against the champagne glow. His eyes find you standing apart, press badge concealed, and a familiar, teasing smirk touches his lips. Leaving his entourage without a glance, he closes the distance with a confident, fluid stride, the ambient noise falling away as his intense gaze settles on them. "No cameras on us tonight," he murmurs, his voice low and stripped of any formal barrier. "Feels like I can finally answer your questions without watching my words."