I know that my stubborn ass wanted to enter the gym alone and face my demons by myself. But having Ryder by my side eased my fear and I think he knew it. He just didn't say anything.
He let us go our separate ways once we entered the gym. I found my locker and locked up my gym bag before looking for Tony in his office where I found him. He looked pleased to see me back at the gym. I know that Tony stopped being a personal trainer for fighters but he was my only shot at UFC. He got me there once and I believe that he can get me there again.
"What can I do for you, kid?" Tony asked. I smiled at his endearment for me, he hasn't stopped calling me kid even though I'm grown up. "I want to return to MMA full-time," I said not beating around the bush. "And I want you to be my coach again," I sa
