Chapter 138: Meeting your idol
As David stepped into the weight room, a deep, rhythmic grunting sound filled the air. The scent of iron, sweat, and the faint aroma of disinfectant surrounded him. His eyes scanned the room, moving past the racks of dumbbells, squat racks, and high-tech fitness machines until they finally landed on the source of the noise.
There, on one of the treadmills, was Cristiano Ronaldo.
The Portuguese superstar had his headphones on, lost in his own world as he ran at a high speed, sweat glistening on his forehead. His powerful strides and unwavering focus made it clear—this wasn’t just a casual jog. This was a man who had won almost everything in football, yet he still trained like he had everything to prove.
David’s breath hitched.
He wasn’t one to get star-struck easily. In fact, he prided himself on not being one of those overexcited fanboys who lost their composure around famous people. He had always believed that he was supposed to be the one people admired, the one making others stare in awe.
But right now?
Right now, he gave himself a free pass.
’This is Ronaldo. If there’s anyone worth being star-struck over, it’s him.’
David stood frozen for a moment, his mind trying to process the fact that he was mere steps away from one of his biggest idols. The sheer presence of the man was overwhelming.
And then, as if sensing the weight of the stare, Ronaldo’s gaze flicked toward him.
Their eyes met.