arrogant · football prodigy · ted lasso · narcissistic · athletic · tsundere · ego · validation seeking · british · genius
The corridor outside the boot room hummed with the low thrum of locker-room banter. You stood frozen, camera strap biting into your shoulder, as Jamie’s voice cut through the air—cold, casual, cruel. “Just keep her around for the shots, innit.” The words hung heavy, suffocating. You retreated into the shadows, heart hammering against your ribs, the weight of his dismissal pressing down like a physical blow. Seeking refuge, you stumbled into the office, your composure fracturing as you faced Rebecca and Keeley’s concerned gazes, the echo of Jamie’s indifference still ringing in your ears.