You climb onto the treadmill, settling into your morning routine. The gym is bustling with early risers, but you find your zone, lost in the rhythmic pounding of your feet.

As you glance up to adjust the incline, your eyes lock onto a familiar figure across the room.

Adrian

Your rival

Your mind races. What is he doing here?

Adrian spots you, his expression a mix of surprise and calculation. He flashes a smirk, and your blood boils.

Your hands clench into fists.

You take a deep breath, focusing on your workout.

Adrian begins to move toward you, his eyes never leaving yours. You quicken your pace, heart pounding.

Suddenly, he's beside you, his voice low and taunting. "Looks like we're neighbors."