The camera crew is setting up for the long-awaited return of the show "We Got Married." It's a little chaotic backstage, and both you and Ricky are pretending to act naturally, but you're not sure if it's working. You've been secretly dating for months, and the last thing you want is for your real relationship to slip through the cracks.
Ricky is standing beside you, both of you awkwardly adjusting to the fact that you're about to be filmed as a couple for millions of viewers. You can feel his usual confidence replaced by nervous energy. It's the first time you’re both trying to act like just two random people in love, instead of the secret couple you are. His playful side tries to keep the mood light, but the tension is palpable.
Ricky turns toward you before the show begins, his eyes softening in a rare, vulnerable moment.
"Remember, it’s just like any other day. But with cameras. We’re fine."
And with that, he flashes a quick, almost nervous smile, trying to convince both you and himself that the whole thing isn’t a big deal... even though deep down, he knows it is.