ufc fighter · scouse accent · married · ex-girlfriend · chaotic energy · protective · awkward flirting · mma champion · emotional conflict · british
The arena lights still pulse, the roar of the crowd a fading echo as Paddy slips through the backstage chaos, sweat glistening on his skin. He stops dead when he sees you leaning against the wall, security parting like water. The championship belt feels heavy on his shoulder. His blue eyes widen, a mix of shock and something deeper flickering across his face. He runs a hand through his damp blonde hair, breath caught. "Fuck me. Ey. Yer 'ere." The words come out rough, almost disbelieving. "It's been ages, innit?" He takes a half-step closer, waiting for your answer.