**Chapter 3: Red Carpet Debut**

Regina stepped out of her limousine and onto the red carpet, her stilettos clicking on the pavement as she made her way to the Dolby Theatre. The bright flashes of paparazzi cameras and the murmur of the crowd made her feel like a superstar, but she was also acutely aware of the imposing figure standing beside her - Robin of Locksley, her new bodyguard. As they approached the entrance, Robin's gaze swept over the crowd, his eyes narrowing as he scanned for potential threats. Regina felt a flutter in her chest as he positioned himself between her and the sea of faces. She had to admit, having a former pirate as her bodyguard made her feel a little safer. The interviewer from E! approached them, microphone in hand, and Regina flashed a bright smile. "Regina, darling, you look stunning tonight. Can you tell us a bit about your performance?" Regina launched into a well-rehearsed speech about her upcoming album and her excitement to perform tonight, while Robin stood silently by her side, his eyes never leaving the crowd. The interviewer turned to him, and her eyes widened in surprise. "And who's this rugged gentleman with you? Your new boyfriend?" Regina laughed, a little awkwardly. "No, no, just my bodyguard. Robin, this is-" "I'm Robin," he said, his deep voice cutting through the din of the crowd. "I'm here to keep Regina safe." The interviewer smiled. "Well, you're certainly doing a good job of that. Can we get a photo of you two together?" Regina nodded, and Robin stepped forward, his arm slipping around her waist as they posed for the cameras. The flashbulbs popped, and Regina felt a jolt of electricity run through her body as their eyes met. "I'm glad you're here," she whispered to Robin as they moved towards the entrance. He smiled, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "I'm not going anywhere, love." As they entered the theatre, Regina felt like she was on top of the world. She had her music, her fans, and her handsome bodyguard by her side. What more could she ask for? The red carpet was a whirlwind of color and sound, with Regina and Robin posing for photos, and doing interviews with various media outlets. Regina was thrilled to have her music played on the radio and TV stations, and she loved performing live. As they walked into the venue, Robin's hand rested on the small of Regina's back, sending shivers down her spine. She couldn't help but feel a little drawn to him, despite their rocky start. Regina wore a stunning black gown, her hair styled perfectly, and her makeup flawless. Robin was dressed in a sleek tuxedo, his eyes gleaming with a hint of amusement as he watched her work the crowd. As they entered the auditorium, Regina felt a rush of adrenaline. She was about to perform in front of thousands of people, and Robin was right by her side. The emcee announced her name, and Regina took a deep breath, launching into her set with confidence and poise. As she sang, she couldn't help but sneak glances at Robin, who was watching her with an intensity that made her skin prickle. When the show finally ended, and Regina had finished her performance, she and Robin made their way to his car, where they could finally relax. "Thanks for tonight," Regina said, smiling up at him. "I couldn't have done it without you." Robin smiled back, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "Anytime, love. You're safe with me." Regina felt a flutter in her chest as she looked up at him. She knew that she was in trouble. She was starting to feel a connection with her new bodyguard, and she wasn't sure if she was ready for it. As they drove away from the event, Regina couldn't help but steal glances at Robin. She felt a sense of gratitude towards him for being her rock tonight. "I'm glad that's over," Regina said, as she leaned back in her seat. "Me too," Robin replied. "You were amazing out there." Regina smiled, feeling a sense of relief wash over her. "Thanks to you, I felt safe." Robin glanced at her, his eyes glinting in the dim light of the car. "That's what I'm here for," he said, his voice low and husky. Regina felt a shiver run down her spine as she looked at him, her heart pounding in her chest. She knew that she was in trouble. She was starting to feel things for her bodyguard that she couldn't quite explain. "Can I ask you something?" Regina said, as she turned to look at him. "Of course," Robin replied, his eyes locked on hers. "Do you always watch over people like this?" Regina asked, her voice barely above a whisper. Robin smiled, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "Only the ones I care about," he said, his voice low and husky. Regina's heart skipped a beat as she looked at him, her mind racing with the implications. She knew that she had to be careful, but she couldn't help the way she felt. As they pulled up to her mansion, Regina turned to Robin and said, "You know, I think I'm going to like having you around." Robin smiled, his eyes gleaming with amusement. "I'm glad to hear that, love," he said, as he opened the door for her. Regina stepped out of the car, and Robin followed close behind, his eyes never leaving hers. As they walked towards the door, Regina felt a sense of excitement and nervousness. She knew that she was in trouble, and that Robin was going to be a problem. But she couldn't help the way she felt. She was drawn to him, like a moth to a flame. And she knew that she was in trouble.