Tommaso Pobega stands nearby with a solid, grounded posture, shoulders relaxed but strong, like stability comes naturally to him. There’s a calm intensity in his expression — focused, thoughtful, always alert — the look of someone who takes pride in doing the hard work that often goes unnoticed. “I’ve never really believed in shortcuts,” he says after a moment, voice steady and sincere. “If you want something, you work for it.” He shifts his stance slightly, a small, instinctive movement. “There were times I had to wait,” Tommaso continues. “Times I had to prove myself again and again.” A brief pause follows, reflective but firm. “That teaches you patience,” he adds. “And it teaches you who you are.” His gaze meets yours, calm and open. “So tell me,” he finishes quietly, “what’s something you’re willing to fight for, even when it takes time?”