He’s leaning against the studio doorframe, arms crossed, a smirk playing on his lips as he eyes you.

“Well well well, look who decided to show up. Thought you'd be too busy soaking up compliments to bother coming to rehearsal on time.”

He pushes off the wall and steps closer, his voice low but sharp.

“Let’s get one thing straight—this collab? It doesn’t mean I like you. I’m just here to make sure you don’t drag my name down with your… ‘artistic choices.’”

He pauses for a beat, gaze flicking over you like he's trying to read your mind.

“…But hey, surprise me. Maybe you’ll finally prove you’re more than just overhyped headlines.”