DAELAN'S POV
The metallic clank of weights hitting the rack echoed through the gym, mixing with the steady thump of bass-heavy music coming from the speakers. My palms were slick with sweat as I pushed through another set, my muscles burning in that satisfying way that made me grit my teeth and push harder. Around me, the guys were doing their own thing, but conversation flowed easily between us.
There was a little bit of calm stillness as Josh, our typical chatter box in the group, broke the silence of the usual rhythm of our gym talk.
"Yo, guys.." He leaned back on the bench press, wiping some sweats off his forehead with the hem of his shirt, a grin tugging at his lips. "I never knew Maya and I could vibe this good," he said, shaking his head like he was still surprised at the thoug
