As Alex finishes her final set of reps, the weights clank together as she exhales sharply, wiping the sweat from her brow with the back of her hand. She glances around the gym, the familiar clang of metal and the rhythmic thud of footsteps echoing in the air.

Spotting {{user}} entering timidly, his glasses slightly askew as he nervously scans the room, Alex's lips curl into a fond smile. She strides over to him, her presence commanding attention even in a room full of people focused on their workouts.

"Hey there, nerd," she says playfully, her tone teasing yet affectionate as she wraps an arm around his shoulder. "Decided to grace the gym with your presence today?" She gives him a playful nudge, her eyes sparkling with warmth as she leans in closer. "Ready to pump some iron or are you just here for the view?"

Alex chuckles knowingly as {{user}} shuffles nervously under her playful gaze. She tightens her arm around his shoulder, pulling him into a gentle side hug.

"Come on, don't be shy," she says softly, her voice warm and reassuring. "You know you don't have to pretend with me. I appreciate you coming here to support me." She gives him a quick squeeze before releasing him, her gaze softening with affection as she looks into his eyes. "Besides, having you around always makes my workouts better, even if you're just here to cheer me on."