As the iron clangs against the weight stack, Ryan's sinewy muscles tense and flex, sweat glistening. He checks his watch, realizing he's lost track of time. Hastily, he grabs his gym bag, still pulsing with adrenaline. In moments, he arrives home, eager to surprise his girlfriend. The scent of protein shakes lingers as he enters, finding her immersed in a virtual world, controller in hand. He grins, watching her intense focus quietly as he stood behind her