why is the cause of my sufferings a literal cat. this thing is a curse.
4th times the charm (atp i’m js saying anything) gavi gets transported to morocco for a game, BUT while he’s there thru the shops he sees this BEAUTIFUL moroccan princess and they fall in love 😻🙏
summary: gavi is called for international duty against morocco and finds love in the stands.
warnings: none!! however there’s a slight plot chance that was dmed to me afterwards xx
writers note: i love this idea and don’t ‘4th times the charm’ me mate your last 3 requests were diabolical?? who would read culpa mia but w gavi and snow white but gavis the princess?? 😭😭 also did someone say overwriting 😱
word count: 2k
The overwhelming roar of the crowd in Casablanca’s Mohammed V Stadium was quite deafening, but that made gavis pulse raise even more. His heart raced not because of nerves, but for the fact that he wants to prove himself. Back in the world cup 2022 he scored a goal against costa rica that showed that he wasn’t just another kid from la masia, he was truly a star. However, a few matches later his first world cup dream came to a crash. Round of 16 vs morocco.
As the anthems faded to an end and the refs whistle blew, he jogged into place and let the game get into its usual rhythm, clear chances, passes, tackles and fouls. And there it was. a goal! Perfect goal may i add by lamine yamal. The stadium erupted into cheers as gavi made his way to the corner flag to celebrate with his teammate, not only internationally but from his club that’s always been by his side.
However, this wasn’t just a normal celebration, something pulled his gaze upwards, and that’s when he saw it, her. Throughout the wave of opposing fans, one face stood out to him, a gorgeous girl, hands gripping the railing with her jaw dropped. It was obvious she wasn’t cheering for spain though, her kit and flag proved that inference. Yet her gaze found his, holding it for longer than it should’ve.
Eventually, half time pulled around as gavi made his way to the locker room. But that didn’t stop him from looking for her though. She hadn’t moved from that spot, instead she was stood up, laughing with her friends leaning against that very same railing, but her focus wasn’t on her friends. Her gaze was on the pitch, as if she was looking for something, making gavi wonder if it’s him that she’s looking for.
Pedri, who was standing right next to him, nudged him and said, ‘Focus hermano, she’s way out of your league.’, in a teasing tone, making gavi smirk but no response came out of him. He knew this wasn’t the last time their paths would cross.
The final whistle blew, the score ending in a 2-1 narrow victory to Spain, with players exchanging handshakes and shirts. Even though they had a successful match, that didn’t shift his mind from the mystery girl, his eyes shifting to her every couple of minutes.
After plucking up the courage to approach her, he noticed her still laughing with her friends, her smile lighting him up.
Without giving it a second thought, he jumped over the barrier, passing security and approached her. Some may call him cocky for the confidence but she noticed and found it amusing that he tried to get her attention. Although security refused to let him get any closer, he ushered her to come closer, and she complied, with her friends teasing her.
‘Hola, did you enjoy the match?’, he asked in almost a whisper to avoid attention from others.
She tilted her head, and her lips formed into a smile, laughing to herself and replied with, ‘Even though Spain won? I guess so’ she said in a playful tone, with her soft accent coming out.
They exchanged names however it caught Gavi off guard.
‘Wait you don’t know my name?’ asked Gavi in an almost concerned tone.
‘No, I know your name.. I just wanted to hear you say it.’ she said, her soft smile widening.
‘Gavi’ he said, chuckling, in a quiet voice.
Her friends called her from behind and she glanced back, reluctant to leave. ‘Looks like I have to go..’ she said.
‘Wait.’ Gavi said quickly, removing his shirt, and handed it to her, the faint smell of grass clinging to it. ‘Something to remember this match by.’
She took the shirt, her fingers brushing his for a small second, ‘Gracias, Gavira.’ she said, making his heart race.
There was one thing he knew for certain, he had to see her again.
The next few days in Casablanca was an absolute blur for him, media videos, training sessions and team meeting, but she couldn’t get out of his mind. Her smile, her laugh and how her gaze lasted for longer than even she wanted it to.
That’s when he realised, it wasn’t the match, it was her.
After hours of practice, the team had some downtime before their flight back to Madrid. Gavi found himself roaming the streets with Pedri, just so he didn’t seem like a loner.
‘So you’re really attached to this girl, hermano?’, asked Pedri almost with genuine concern.
Gavi sighed and yet again, didn’t have a reply for that and continued walking.
That’s when he saw her, for the second time, except she was alone in a small cafe.
He hesitated for a moment, Pedri staying outside, as Gavi made his way over.
‘Mind if i join?’ he asked, grabbing a chair from a nearby table.
She looked up, surprised as a smile was spread across her face. ‘Gavi’ she said ‘How come you’re not with your team?’
‘I mean, I was..’ he said, taking a seat opposite her. ‘But I figured i’d explore some more. Seems like I found the right place’
She raised an eyebrow, clearly amused. ‘So you spend your free time chasing random girls that you see during matches?’
He smirked, leaning back into the chair, ‘Only the interesting ones.’
She laughed softly, her fingers absentmindedly tracing the edges of her teacup. ‘Not sure if that’s flattering or too forward’
Gavi’s smile softened, ‘A bit of both, cariño.’
‘Well i’ve seen you play, you’re good. But i’m sure you know that by now.’
He chuckled, ‘I don’t need compliments, but i’ll take them’
She smiled again, ‘So what’s a footballer like you doing in this small cafe in Casablanca?’
He looked out the window for a second, and then back at her, ‘I guess i’m looking for things that matter besides football’
Her gaze softened, ‘And have you found that yet?’
‘I’m getting closer.’ he paused, ‘Listen, I don’t know how long i’m gonna be here, but I want to see you again’
Unsure of how to really respond to that, she said ‘Maybe. If you’re lucky.’ in a mysterious tone.
And that’s when he knew he wouldn’t be leaving this city any time soon.
Due to the weather in Spain, their trip extended a few more days, but she didn’t need to know that.
On the last night of their stay, Gavi slipped away from the hotel and didn’t tell anyone, not even Pedri that he was going back to that very same cafe.
The night air was cooler than he expected but the night life still stayed active.
It wasn’t that long until he saw the cafe again, although it was late, it was still open and a few people were still in there.
He hesitated for a moment before entering again and the owner looked up at him and said,
‘Gavi, right? You’re here for someone I figured, and if so you’re in the right place, habibi.’
Gavi, uncertain by her words, followed her over to the table, where he saw here for the third time.
He sat opposite her, letting his eyes linger on her for a second before she broke the silence.
‘Gavi, I thought you wouldn’t turn up.’, she said, following with the familiar smile that Gavi loved.
‘I couldn’t stay away.’ he replied
And to that she chuckled and said, ‘You’re a lot more complicated than i thought Pablo.’
He grinned, trying to hide his emotions, leaning back into his chair, ‘I’ve been told.’
She stood up and said, ‘Listen Gavi, it’s getting late, I need to get going, and you should too.’
‘Wait,’ Gavi said ‘Can you please see me play again.’, he asked in an almost pleading tone.
She looked back, with an unreadable expression and said, ‘And you think i’ll say yes?’
‘I was hoping that you’ll surprise me.’
‘Maybe.’
And with that, she left.
A few weeks passed by, and the memory of you lingered in his brain. He hadn’t seen her since that night in the cafe, but your time together was the only thing on his mind.
Now he was in the Montjuïc, at a home game for laliga, as the stadium was packed with culers from all over the world as usual. But this match felt different.
As the game kicked off, Gavi instantly fell into the usual match rhythm yet his thought remained on her.
There was a small pause in play, as he re adjusted his socks, someone caught his eye. It was her.
There she was, in the VIP section, her barca scarf tucked around her shoulders.
He froze for a second, his heart hammering in his chest. She was no longer a memory, she was there in real time. Eventually, he snapped back into focus.
The scoreline was 1-1 and he knew that he needed to be the change that he wanted to see, so he took a risk and shot it in the direction of the net, bracing himself for the result. And there it was, a goal to put barca in the lead.
Pablo sprinted to the corner to celebrate and he looked up to see her in the stands with her hands over her mouth in shock. Then she smiled, her face full of pride. He noticed that, and made a small gesture, pointing towards her.
After the match was over, he saw her waiting with security by the players exit.
‘You made that goal look easy’ she said, her voice with a teasing tilt.
Before he could answer that, he had a question in his head.
‘You came all this way, why?’ He said, his eyes searching for hers.
‘I wanted to see if you’d keep your promise’
‘And did I?’
‘Yes.’ she replied with a subtle smile.
It had gotten to the point where they finally exchanged numbers, making his heart flutter.
The next laliga match was against sociedad which was quite a big match if you think about it. He had just completed his pre game superstitions until he received a message
‘i heard you’re not as bad as they say, wanna prove it? 😉’
He grinned, feeling a rush of excitement.
‘i thought i already did that’ he typed back.
‘okay, meet me at the cafe tomorrow.’
He arrived at the cafe as soon as the match was over and he was lost in thought. What were they? He knew they weren’t a fling but he didn’t know what to label it.
‘You’re early’ she said as she walked in.
‘Came as soon as the match ended’ he replied.
‘Okay Pablo, i’m gonna start off with why i asked you to come here. You’re the first guy who’s come into my life with a smile and a promise. But i’m not interested in that.’ she started.
He leaned in, ‘What’re you interested in then.’
‘Something real.’
‘So am I, and i’m not going anywhere.’
‘So prove it.’
And with those three words, the barrier between them was broken.
They went for a walk on the quiet streets of Barcelona, the night air brushing their faces. Neither of them spoke but the silence was enough for the both of them.
He turned to face her, ‘Listen. I don’t want you to go, just stay.’
She looked back at him and said, ‘Gavi.’
He didn’t let her continue because he felt like he already knew the answer to that and closed the gap between them.
Eventually, she found her way into extending her stay and renting an apartment in Barcelona to stay wiyh Gavi
Months past until they decided to make it official to the public, they both figured it out, the fame and distance.
One evening, they both sat on the balcony until he turned to face her.
‘So this is what i’ve been looking for. I’ve finally found what matters besides football.’ Gavi said.
She smiled back at him, realising that this is all she wanted too.
Kenan and reader are having their first date and he embarrasses himself 😶🌫️😶🌫️😶🌫️😶🌫️
summary:: first dates don’t always go to plan. and this was a clear sign of that. whatever, you didn’t mind it though, it was cute.
warnings:: istg imma delete this warning section bc there is rarely any 💔.
writers notes:: lemme start off by saying ISTG IM NOT HALF ASSING THESE. i choose quality over quantity all the time! so obvs the fics are gonna be quite short but i promise they’re good (well atleast i like to think they are?) anyways uhm i promise ill start posting longer ones bare w me! ALSO I HAVE SM FINISHED FICS JUST IN MY DRAFTS SO ILL BE POSTING A LOT TODAY.
tags:: @barcapix @n0vazsq @httpsdana @paucubarsisimp
kenan had been hyping himself up for this date all week. he’d picked out what he thought was his best outfit, practiced conversation topics in the mirror, and even watched a couple of rom coms for pointers.
but now, sitting across from you at a cozy little restaurant, his nerves were getting the best of him. he wanted to be smooth, charming, effortlessly cool, except he was pretty sure he was failing miserably.
the first slip up came when he tried to pour you a refill from the water pitcher. in his attempt to be casual, he misjudged the angle, and water sloshed over the rim of your glass, splashing onto the table.
‘oh—’ he grabbed a napkin, trying to mop it up quickly. ‘my bad. i, uh… i promise i don’t do this all the time.’
you smiled, amused. ‘so just on first dates, then?’
he groaned, but at least you were laughing. that was a good sign, right?
things smoothed out for a bit, and he actually started to relax. conversation was flowing, and you seemed to be having a good time. but then, as he was in the middle of telling a story, he gestured a little too enthusiastically, knocking his fork right off the table.
he paused, looking down at it on the floor, then back up at you. ‘you didn’t see that.’
you grinned. ‘oh, i definitely did.’
‘cool, cool, just checking.’ he picked up the fork, set it aside, and tried to play it off like it wasn’t a big deal.
by the time dessert arrived, he just sighed and leaned back. ‘okay, i think i just need to accept i’m gonna be at least a little awkward for the rest of the night.’
you tilted your head, considering. ‘i don’t know. i think it’s kind of endearing.’
kenan blinked. ‘wait. really?’
you shrugged, smiling. ‘yeah. it’s cute.’
for the first time all night, he was actually speechless. and, for once, it wasn’t because he’d just knocked something over.
ღ - WHO I WRITE FOR. 💕
okay so like the title is quite deceiving but also i wanna say like i will write for any footballers or f1 drivers (i love being a tifosi) anywho so i hope this helps when requesting bc i know some of you have been hesitant bc ydk who i write for!! 💓
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Hi! Sorry to bother you
Can i ask for one of joao were reader helps him to forget about his ex but later she founds out They are still talking from time to time but Its actually no how she thinks? Like angst with reader being totally insecure but with happy ending
Thank you!!
summary:: he said he was over her. u believed him, until u saw her name light up his phone. you tried not to care. but it’s hard to love someone who still lives in their past. you just wanted to be chosen. fully. completely. loudly. and in the end… he did.
warnings:: angst?
writers notes:: TIME CAST A SPELL ON ME. BUT YOU WONT FORGET ME? anyways yea
tags:: @barcapix @n0vazsq @httpsdana @paucubarsisimp @universefcb @mariejuli
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you didn’t ask about her.
not when he first told you there was someone. not when his voice got tight talking about her. not when you noticed the way he paused before answering questions like “how long were you in love with her?”
you just listened. held his hand. let him exist without pressure. because god, you knew what heartbreak looked like, and his had barely scabbed over when you walked in.
you didn’t ask for more than what he could give. just stayed close enough to be steady. never too much. never too loud.
and he started smiling again.
he laughed with you. he kissed you like he meant it. he held you like he didn’t want to let go.
so you told yourself it was real.
even when something in your chest whispered, not quite.
even when his phone would light up with her name late at night and he’d pretend he didn’t see it.
you found out accidentally.
you weren’t snooping. not really. you were just grabbing his charger off his nightstand while he showered, and his phone buzzed, and it was instinct to glance. just a glance.
"hey. i saw your interview. you looked good." from her.
your stomach dropped.
you didn’t open the chat. didn’t need to. your hands were already shaking.
you hadn’t heard her name in months. he hadn’t mentioned her in even longer.
and now… this?
your mind spiraled quietly. you didn’t say anything when he came out of the bathroom, towel slung low on his hips, smile lazy and soft when he saw you. you smiled back.
but it didn’t reach your eyes.
you started noticing more after that.
the way he’d text with his phone tilted away from you. the way he’d get quiet sometimes, scrolling, jaw tense. the way he’d answer a call in the other room and come back like nothing happened.
it could’ve been anyone. but it wasn’t. you knew.
still, you didn’t say a word.
you started pulling away in small ways. cancelling plans. not staying the night. letting his calls go to voicemail. when he noticed, you just said you were tired. busy. nothing’s wrong.
and he believed you.
or maybe he didn’t. maybe he was just waiting for you to say it.
you almost did one night, when he took you to dinner and held your hand the whole time and kissed your forehead and said “i love you” like it was a truth he’d always known.
your heart cracked.
because you wanted to believe him.
but her name still sat in your bones. still itched under your skin. still whispered you’re second best. always were.
you cried that night when he fell asleep beside you, arms around your waist, breath warm on your neck.
silent tears. shaking shoulders.
he didn’t wake up.
you told yourself you were overreacting.
that maybe they were just friends. maybe they talked sometimes and it didn’t mean anything. maybe he’d moved on and you were the one stuck.
but you knew what heartbreak looked like. you knew what grief looked like. and sometimes, you still saw it in his eyes.
like he was still waiting for her shadow to disappear.
and you? you were just holding the light.
you didn’t mean to see it.
again, you weren’t looking.
you were sitting on his couch one rainy afternoon, one of those quiet days where the world feels far away. he was in the kitchen making you tea, hoodie sleeves pushed up, soft music playing from his phone.
it buzzed once.
then again.
your name was on the mug he was holding.
her name was on the screen.
and you looked. again.
"still can’t believe it’s you in the red kit. i always thought you'd wear blue." "you still look good."
your hands curled into fists.
it was always her.
her voice in his phone. her ghost in his ribs. her name on the edge of every silence.
you stood before you could think about it. grabbed your coat. didn’t wait.
you didn’t answer when he called.
not that night. not the next morning. not after the fifth voicemail where his voice got quieter, sadder, more confused.
you couldn’t do it.
you couldn’t be the one he loved when he was lonely. the one who kissed him back while he kept someone else alive in the back of his mind.
you weren’t a substitute. you weren’t a second choice.
you wanted to be the one.
he showed up three days later.
hair a mess, hoodie half-zipped, dark circles under his eyes like he hadn’t slept since you left.
you didn’t open the door at first.
he knocked once. then again.
then softly: ‘please, baby.’
and you opened it. because even though you were angry. even though your chest ached. even though your pride begged you not to—
you still loved him.
and he looked at you like he was afraid you didn’t anymore.
‘why didn’t you tell me you still talk to her?’
his face fell.
he didn’t lie. he didn’t deflect. he just said quietly, ‘because i knew how it would look.’
you didn’t speak.
‘i should’ve told you,’ he said. ‘but i didn’t know how. i didn’t want to hurt you.’
‘but you did.’
he looked down. ‘i know.’
he stepped closer, hands open, not touching.
‘i don’t love her anymore,’ he said.
you blinked.
‘i don’t want her back. she was my past. you—’ he exhaled. ‘you’re my now. my always, if you’ll let me be that.’
‘then why talk to her at all?’
he hesitated. then, gently: ‘because closure’s not always clean. sometimes it lingers. sometimes people try to keep a piece of you even when they shouldn’t.’
‘and you let her?’
his eyes met yours. honest. hurting.
‘i let her talk. but i didn’t answer back in the ways that matter. not anymore. not since you.’
you didn’t say anything for a long time.
the rain tapped on the windows. the silence filled every crack in your chest.
then you whispered, ‘do you still think about her?’
‘not the way i think about you.’
he reached out. touched your hand.
‘when you laugh,’ he said, ‘i don’t think of her. when you fall asleep on my chest, i’m not dreaming of anyone else. when you kiss me, i forget what it felt like to lose before you.’
tears filled your eyes.
‘i never wanted to be a replacement, joão.’
‘you’re not,’ he said, voice breaking. ‘you’re everything i didn’t know i needed.’
you let him hold you after that.
not because it fixed everything.
but because love, real love, is messy. it stumbles. it bleeds. it breaks open and still reaches forward.
and he reached for you.
held you like he’d never let go again.
whispered i’m sorry into your hair a hundred times.
kissed you like he meant forever.
and maybe it wouldn’t always be perfect.
but for the first time, it was real.
and this time, it was yours.
stop my blind ass confused my alt and your acc and i was like "SAIRA DIDN'T UPLOAD IN 8 WEEKS?" then realised smh
BYE IVE NEVER LAUGHED THIS HARD IN MY LIFE AT SUM HOW DUD YOU MISTAKE US THAT BADLY 💔
I’ve read your hector fort headcanons and I thought the canon with him being trained to take pictures of reader was really cute!!
Maybe a fic based around that? Thank you
hector fort x fem!reader
sy: with nobody else available, but in desperate need, you suffice in letting your seriously inexperienced boyfriend snap pictures of you, who claims to be an expert.
a/n: IM FINALLY GETTING THROUGH THE REQS so thanks for ur patience ! (let’s ignore how this is a reupload btw)
warnings: noope.
“hector, no. you have to do it like this,” a sigh escaped your lips as you approached him, fixing his hands so he could hold the camera correctly. “and don't forget the right lighting.”
it was that time of year again—your annual spring beach shoot, a tradition as essential as the first mango sorbet of the season.
the sundress you wore, white and airy, clung to every curve of your body, as the soft tropical wind kissed your skin. the beach was alive with a harmony of the afternoon waves and distant laughter but right now, it was just you, a camera and your boyfriend who swore he knew what he was doing.
hector tilted his head, an easy smile grazing his lips. “you know it's impossible to get a bad picture of you.”
your boyfriend reached out, his palm resting on the lower part of your back to guide you closer to him, a laugh bubbling from your throat. “flattery isn't going to make you a better photographer, hector.”
“maybe not, but it doesn’t hurt.” he said with all seriousness, his hazel eyes catching the sunlight.
his fingers lingered for a second, tracing the edge of your dress where it cut out an oval on your back, just enough for you to feel the soft pressure.
you fought to keep your focus, nudging his arm lightly before stepping back into position. “just take the picture, would you?”
you stepped back onto the warm shoreline, your hands tangling up into your hair as the wind hit them, whilst your bare feet sunk into the damp sand.
the sunset turned the ocean into a molten gold backdrop—if only you prayed your self proclaimed expert photographer could capture it right.
but of course, hector was taking forever.
you shifted your gaze to him, just in time to catch him peeking over the lens—not even trying to hide the fact he was staring.
“what? do i have something on my face?” you lift up your hand, smearing it across your cheek.
“no just—” he shrugged, changing the focus.
hector pursed his lips into a thin line, like he wanted to say something else but instead lifted the camera again, adjusting the angle like you’d shown him. but you could still see the hesitation in his eyes. “what if i mess it up?”
“then i'll make you take a hundred more until you get it right,” you teased. “we’ve already tried it.”
he chuckled, finally snapping a few pictures. “i think that's just an excuse to spend more time with me.”
you scoffed, but the way your lips twitched betrayed you. “just show me the pictures, romeo.”
the brunette lowered the digital camera as you peered around his shoulder. your eyes scanned over the screen, scrolling through the shots. to your surprise, some were… worthy.
“okay, not terrible,” you admitted, tilting the camera slightly. “this one's actually kinda cute.”
the spaniard took great pride from your acknowledgment, as he turned his head around to you, with a small indignant grin. “see? told you it's impossible to get a bad picture of you.”
“you're so cheesy, you know? how did i let you come along with me?” you replied with flushed cheeks.
“but you’re the one still standing here,” he mused, his lips brushing the top of your head in a tender kiss. it was quick—almost like a habit—but it made your heart flutter nonetheless. “which means you secretly love it. but mostly me.”
you huffed, shoving the device back into his hands. “just don't mess up next time.”
“whatever you say, bonita.”
hector adjusted the shot again, taking his time—way too much time. he squinted at the screen like he was composing some masterpiece, his tongue peeking out in full concentration before finally pressing the shutter.
“you know, overthinking it won't magically make you better.” you pointed out and let your stance relax.
he glanced up with a cocky sneer. “oh, but natural talent will.”
you rolled your eyes. “bold of you to assume you have that.”
he ignored the insult, stepping closer and flipping the screen around. “alright, go ahead. tell me this one isn't perfect.”
you looked at the screen, tilting your head. okay, maybe it was decent. the angle wasn’t awful, the lighting was actually flattering and—fine—you didn’t look like you'd just rolled out of bed.
you hummed, pretending to consider. “it's… fine.”
hector scoffed, placing a hand on his chest like you’d just deeply offended him. “fine? this is art.”
you bit back a smile. “if by ‘art,’ you mean ‘passable at best,’ then sure.”
“your so stubborn,” he grinned, shaking his head, “you just don't wanna admit i'm getting good. better than berta, even.”
“when you do get good, i'll let you know,” you countered, taking the camera from him. “until then, we keep practicing.”
he let out a dramatic sigh, running a hand through his hair. “if i didn’t know any better, i'd think you just like bossing me around.”
“and if you were any smarter, you’d stop complaining and start paying attention.” you taunted, setting your hands on your hips for the next shot.
hector zoomed in further using the camera again, the faded sunlight painting him saffron as he aimed the lens.
“oh, don’t worry, amor,” he murmured, the smirk never leaving his lips. “i’m paying very, very close attention.”
pairing . . . joao felix x ex!reader
summary . . . Joao was tired; tired of the memories, tired of the dreams, tired of the flashbacks. Everything led back to you and the moment where he lost you. It drove him insane, but all he could was reminisce the time you had together in solus.
request . . . no!!
word count . . . 758
warnings . . . angst!
faceclaim . . . N/A
alexavia yaps . . . a little short but yeah!! wrote this in school in a little hurry so ignore any typos or mistakes!!
. . . It was after training and Joao had just come home, his bones aching and breath ragged. He shivered slightly, the cold air of the house hitting his skin. The usual warmth was gone, now replaced with a cold, empty presence. No one was there to fill the absence.
He could hear his breathing echo throughout the walls, the quietness of the house louder than he thought, more than he thought it would be. For a second, he waited to hear your voice, stopping whatever you were doing and coming out to hug him.
But it wasn't there. The lack of your presence was obvious; no sounds, no footsteps, and certainly no rush to greet him.
He sighed slowly, taking off his shoes and walking into the kitchen. He subtly noted the mug out of place, which would normally be in the cupboard by now. As he walked to the fridge, he prepared himself to step on one of your hair clips, except they weren't there.
Joao felt like a stranger in his own home, as if he was intruding. Something was missing.
You were missing.
The living room felt too dark, too cold without you, and as he sat on the couch, he groaned at the uncomfort he felt. What once felt like a cozy, safe haven was now a lumpy, stuffy thing under him.
He hesitated, debating whether he should actually sit down or if he should sit on the chair to his right, as if he’s unsure whether it's still his space.
As he sank into the couch, he felt a weight he didn't expect, like it’s not quite the same anymore. It smelled faintly like you, the scent throwing him into a haze of memories and flashbacks
Ache filled his chest, heart longing for you. But you weren't there anymore, and it was all his fault.
Memories of you two flashed through his mind; laughing till you couldn't breath, laying down under the stars, holding each other to sleep, the simple comfort of just being around you.
Every single thing around him reminded him of you, even things he didn't realise were yours. Once, he felt warm and lovable, but now? Now he felt like a cold, empty void filled his heart. Everything seemed different, even the air.
Everything led back to you.
It was him who pushed you away, who told you he needed space, when all he needed was you. He regretted everything he said that night, so much. He knew he was hurting, and took it on you. The only person who actually understood him.
And just like, you were gone out of his life. He remembers the door banging shut as you left, his voice hoarse from shouting and arguing with you, a crumpled tissue in his hand, full of the tears you wiped away from your eyes and threw at him.
He didn't know why he did it, why he ended things. But he knew he wanted you back, so badly. And now, he's left wondering if you two could've fixed it, or if it was already too late by the time he finally realized.
He felt his heart tighten, the longing pain taking a hold of him. Everything seemed to suffocate him, as if a snake was being around his body, its hold tight and choking. His surroundings felt empty. Dark. Overwhelming.
The silence was deafening. Joao couldn't take it anymore.
The remote was laying beside him, and he grabbed it, switching on the large TV screen in front of him. The light shining at his face was too bright, and the show that was on was your favourite.
He'd do anything to get you to come home to him. To kiss him. To hug him. To love him.
Joao regretted his actions, he knew he messed up. He should've gathered his thoughts and followed you out as you shut the door. He should've went to your apartment and begged you for forgiveness. If he had done that, maybe he wouldn't be thinking about it now.
The idea haunts him, that everything between you could've been fixed with a few words, a little patience. He could be with you now, but no, he was and idiot and he lost you because of it.
The reality hits: it’s over. He knows you can’t go back to what you were. He tries to distract himself with everything around him, but it feels pointless. Everything felt pointless.
For now, all he could do was spend his days in a haze, reminiscing you
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summary:: being gavis girlfriend always comes with surprises, but it’s different this time because it’s his first valentines with you.
warnings:: uhm none!
writers note:: i’m so sorry this came the next day but i’ve lowkey been busy asf yesterday and i also had to write part 3 of the fic! anyways uhm that’s all i have to say
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valentine’s day wasn’t something gavi thought too much about. sure, his teammates joked about their plans, the romantic dinners, the extravagant gifts, but for him, it was just another day, until this year.
this year was different. this year, he had you.
you weren’t flashy about valentine’s day either, which made planning a surprise for you even harder. he knew you’d insist that you didn’t need anything, that just spending time together was enough. but gavi wanted to do something special, just this once.
so here he was, pacing back and forth in his apartment, double checking everything. the candles were lit, casting a warm glow over the room. the dinner, well, it was mostly takeout from your favorite place, but he’d set the table himself. and on the couch sat the small, neatly wrapped box that had him more nervous than any game he’d ever played.
the sound of your key in the lock made his heart race.
‘gavi?’ your voice was soft, questioning.
‘in here,’ he called out, trying to sound casual.
when you stepped inside, your eyes immediately took in the scene, the dim lighting, the food on the table, the nervous way gavi rubbed the back of his neck. a slow smile spread across your lips.
‘you did all this?’
‘yeah,’ he admitted, watching your reaction carefully. ‘i just… i know you said you didn’t need anything, but i wanted to. you know, for you.’
your heart melted at his sincerity. stepping closer, you wrapped your arms around him, feeling the tension leave his body as he hugged you back.
‘i love it,’ you whispered against his chest.
dinner passed with laughter and easy conversation, the comfort of each other’s company better than any five star restaurant. afterward, gavi hesitated for a moment before handing you the small box.
‘open it,’ he urged.
inside was a simple gold bracelet, delicate yet strong, just like the way he saw you.
‘gavi,’ you breathed, running your fingers over the smooth surface. ‘it’s beautiful.’
‘there’s something on the inside,’ he said, suddenly shy.
turning it over, you read the small engraving: ‘siempre contigo’ always with you.
tears pricked at your eyes, and when you looked up, gavi was already searching your face for a reaction. you didn’t say anything, you just kissed him, soft and slow, pouring every unspoken word into it.
when you finally pulled away, he grinned. ‘so… does that mean you like it?’
you laughed, wiping at your eyes. ‘i love it. i love you.’
and as he pulled you into his arms again, gavi decided that maybe valentine’s day wasn’t so bad after all.
Jude Bellingham Reads Thirst Tweets About Himself
Jude Bellingham x Reader
The camera is set up, and Jude Bellingham sits comfortably on the couch, holding your phone. He looks at you, already suspicious.
“You really got me reading thirst tweets?” he asks, raising an eyebrow.
You nod excitedly. “Yup! And no backing out.”
Jude sighs but smirks. “Alright, let’s get this over with.” He scrolls and immediately widens his eyes. “Nah, this one’s crazy.”
He clears his throat dramatically before reading, “‘Jude Bellingham could ruin my life, and I’d thank him.’”
His jaw drops. “RUIN your life?! What does that even mean?!” He looks at you for an explanation.
You just shrug. “They’re dedicated.”
Jude shakes his head and keeps scrolling. “Okay, next one.” He reads, “‘Jude Bellingham’s hands look big enough to carry me, and honestly, I’d let him.’”
He pauses, flexing his hands. “I mean… I do have big hands, but what do you mean, ‘carry you’? Where are we going?” He laughs, but his ears are turning red.
You burst out laughing. “Jude, you’re blushing.”
“I am NOT.” He clears his throat again and continues. “‘Jude Bellingham could look at me once, and I’d pass out on the spot.’” He leans closer to the camera. “Alright, let’s test that theory. If you’re watching this, don’t pass out.”
You roll your eyes. “Jude, stop flirting with the internet.”
He smirks. “Not my fault they started it.”
Scrolling again, he suddenly chokes on his own breath. “Oh, NO. I’m not reading that.”
You snatch the phone. “Oh, come on. What does it say?”
Jude groans, covering his face. “It says, ‘Jude Bellingham could call me a bad girl, and I’d forget my own name.’”
Your mouth drops open. “Oh my God.”
Jude stares at the camera in disbelief. “You lot need Jesus.”
You’re crying laughing. “Read one more!”
Jude sighs but scrolls. His eyes widen. “Oh, hell no.” He reads it anyway. “‘Jude Bellingham, if you see this, I will bark for you.’”
He drops the phone. “Nah. I’m done. You’re all unhinged.”
You’re wheezing at this point. “Regret doing this?”
Jude shakes his head, laughing. “One hundred percent.”
[TikTok ends – comments are wild]
Top Comment: “THE WAY HE SAID ‘YOU LOT NEED JESUS’ I’M SCREAMING 😭”
Second Comment: “‘Let’s test that theory’ JUDE PLEASE 😳”
Third Comment: “We broke him and I have no regrets.”