Here And Now Or Never

Chapter 3

The morning sun filtered through the small window of Y/N's hotel room, casting a warm glow over the room. Y/N stirred awake, his muscles still sore from the night before, but his mind buzzed with a different kind of energy—excitement and anticipation. Today was a new day, and the conversations from last night replayed in his head, leaving him with a sense of optimism.

After a quick shower and breakfast, Y/N made his way to the arena for the day’s events. The bustling backstage area was already alive with activity as crew members, wrestlers, and staff prepared for the next set of matches and interviews. Y/N was greeted by familiar faces, nodding and exchanging brief pleasantries as he navigated through the crowd.

As he approached his locker room, Y/N saw Maxxine already there, chatting with a couple of other wrestlers. She was animated and cheerful, her presence as commanding as it had been the night before. Seeing her, Y/N felt a flicker of excitement.

"Morning, Maxxine!" Y/N called out as he approached.

Maxxine turned, her face lighting up with a smile. "Hey, Y/N! How’s the body holding up after last night?"

Y/N grinned. "Sore, but nothing I can’t handle. How about you?"

"Pretty much the same," she replied, stretching her arms with a wince. "But I’m ready for another day."

They chatted briefly about their plans for the day, and Y/N was surprised to learn they had a similar schedule. Both had interviews and promotional events planned, as well as a few meet-and-greets with fans. They decided to team up for a bit, making their rounds together.

The day passed in a whirlwind of interviews, fan interactions, and backstage meetings. Y/N and Maxxine found themselves working together, laughing and sharing stories between appointments. They quickly fell into a comfortable rhythm, their camaraderie growing as they supported each other through the day's activities.

During a break, they found a quiet spot near the catering area, away from the bustle. Maxxine poured herself a cup of coffee and offered Y/N one, which he gratefully accepted.

"You know," Y/N said, taking a sip of his coffee, "I wasn’t sure how today would go, but having you around makes everything a lot more enjoyable."

Maxxine laughed softly. "Same here. It’s nice to have someone to share the day with. The business can be a bit isolating sometimes."

Their conversation shifted to more personal topics as they compared their favorite travel spots and shared their off-time hobbies. Maxxine spoke about her love for fashion and design, while Y/N talked about his passion for cooking and trying new recipes.

"Have you ever thought about incorporating any of your hobbies into your wrestling persona?" Maxxine asked curiously.

Y/N considered it for a moment. "Actually, I’ve been toying with the idea of blending some of my interests into my character. It could be a fun way to connect with the fans on a different level."

Maxxine nodded. "That sounds awesome. You should definitely explore that idea. It’s those personal touches that really make a character stand out."

As the day continued, they wrapped up their final engagements and prepared for the evening’s show. They found a quiet moment in the hallway, their final chat before the next wave of activity.

"Tonight’s show should be exciting," Y/N said, adjusting his gear. "I’m looking forward to seeing what the night brings."

Maxxine agreed, her eyes twinkling with enthusiasm. "Definitely. And whatever happens, we’ll tackle it together."

Y/N nodded, feeling a strong sense of camaraderie. "Here’s to another great night."

With that, they headed back to the arena, ready to face whatever the night had in store. The bond they had started to build seemed to add an extra layer of excitement and confidence to their performances. As they walked together toward the entrance, Y/N couldn’t help but feel that this was just the beginning of something special.