Hotch, the iconic model known for his sharp suits and stoic demeanour, had never been one for the limelight. Sure, his face was plastered across billboards and magazine covers, but his real life remained a mystery.
That was until he met you—a rising star in the music industry, a singer whose voice seemed to pierce through every wall he had carefully built over the years.
You were young—much younger than him—and still had the kind of energy and ambition he'd lost sight of years ago.
The relationship between you and Hotch was anything but typical.
It quickly became a topic of heated discussion in the tabloids and on social media. How could he, a man known for his professionalism, fall for someone so much younger, someone whose career was still blossoming?
But Hotch didn't care about the gossip.
For the first time in years, he felt alive—really alive—and his happiness shone through in every photo, every red-carpet appearance, and every interview where he refused to comment on his private life.
The world caught wind of your relationship when a photo surfaced online. You and Hotch were caught in a candid moment, sitting at a secluded table in a café. You were leaning in, laughing about something, and his expression was relaxed, eyes filled with warmth.
At first, the scrutiny was overwhelming.
Your social media was flooded with questions, criticisms, and curious fans who wanted to know everything about your relationship with Hotch. Some called you a "gold-digger," claiming you were only after Hotch's fame. Others were quick to defend you.
One evening, you were backstage at a concert. The show was sold out—your biggest one yet. You knew Hotch would be in the crowd, away from the public eye, supporting you like he always did.
After the final song, when the applause was thunderous and the crowd chanted your name, you rushed off the stage and straight into his arms.
Hotch was waiting in the wings, his dark eyes crinkling at the corners with pride. He pulled you close and whispered, "You were amazing."