Gareth Southgate's Daughter

Chapter 13

A/N I know Grealish went to Leeds Fest after the Man City game but for the sake of the story let's pretend it happened after one of the England games.

Lexie POV
There are a couple of big festivals happening around the U.K. right now. I know Grealish is going to Leeds Fest after the game as he has been hyped about it all week but I'm not sure about any of the other boys.

Today I'm supporting England in another Euro game. Me and Mason were in the canteen alone before we had to go our separate ways. It's hard having to hide our relationship and being careful about the possibility of getting caught but we know we have to do it for the minute.

"I see Grealish is going to Leeds fest after the game." I said to Mason, my hand on his thigh. "He's so excited." He chuckled. "Are you and the other boys going?" I asked curiously. Mason shook his head. "I'm not sure about the other boys but I'm not. I rather be with my girl." He smiled innocently. "Oh yeah? And who is this lucky girl?" I asked, smirking. "She's a gorgeous brunette who has my heart. She's perfect." He gushed.

I had the biggest smile on my face. I still get butterflies when Mason talks about me like this.

I gently kissed him. "You're cute." I said, after I pulled away. "You're getting brave, kissing me in a public place where anyone could walk in." He smirked, his thumb rubbing against my hand. "Fine then I won't kiss you again." I teased, pulling away from him. "You can't resist me babe." He said confidently. "Wanna bet?" I raised an eyebrow, still smirking.

Mason pulled me back towards him and then brushed his lips against mine teasing me. I needed him but I couldn't let him win that easily.

"I know you want me." Mason said seductively, his hands running up and down my thighs. "I know you're dying for me to kiss you right now." He added.

He's driving me crazy!

I couldn't do this. I got up and sat on his lap and kissed him. I felt Mason smile into the kiss, his hands holding my lower back.

I finally pulled away so we could a catch our breath. I blushed knowing I caved so quickly but I couldn't help it.

"I thought so." Mason winked. I rolled my eyes and giggled. "I better get back to the team before they come looking for me." He spoke. I pouted not wanting to leave him yet. "You know I can't resist that look babe." He chuckled.

I know his weaknesses.

"You'll be all mine tonight." Mason said and then kissed me. "Good luck babe. Go and smash it like you always do." My arms wrapped around his neck. "My lucky charm is here, that's all the luck I need." He pecked my lips again and then we went our separate ways.

I finally joined my step mam and Abbie. "Why are you so happy?" Abbie questioned. "I'm excited for the game that's all." I said. Neither of them looked convinced.

Mason got injured during the game because of a nasty tackle and he had to come off. My heart sunk, I was really worried about him.

"I'm just going to the loo." I told my family, who nodded, their attention still on the game.

The security guard let me through and I searched frantically for Mason. I had no idea where he was.

I finally found him in one of the rooms and he was lying there in pain. "Oh babe." My heart broke to see him in this state. "I can't believe this has happened." Sadness in his tone of voice as he sat up on the bed. "Mase these things happen." I said, my fingers running up and down his arms. Mason hugged me.

I knew he was in pain, you could tell by his face but he tried his best not to show it. I kissed him gently. I wanted to do something to help but I couldn't, I felt useless. He's just got to rest until he feels better.

"I'll look after you tonight." I said, running my hands through his hair. "You don't have to, I'll be fine." He said, not wanting any sympathy. "Tough." I said. "You're stuck with me Mount." "You're stuck with me forever more like." He said, his hands on my hips. "I wouldn't want to be stuck with anyone else." I smirked.

Mason pulled me closer and kissed me again, his hands moving their way down to my bum.

"I love this naughtier side of you." I said against his lips and then kissed him again, gently tugging at his hair causing him to moan slightly. "You have no idea what you do to me." He whispered.

We quickly pulled apart when we heard the door open... it was my dad. "Lexie?" He asked.

Shit!

"What are you doing here?" Dad questioned, confused as to why I was here. "I was worried about Mason, it was a nasty tackle. I just wanted to make sure he was ok."

Dad looked suspicious but he bought the excuse.

"Unfortunately Mason you have to sit out for the rest of the game." Dad spoke to the midfielder. "No! No way. I need to help my team." Mason protested. "We need you if we get through to the next round. The team need you at your best Mason." Dad explained. "Don't hurt yourself more Mason. Dad's right. We want you playing when we get through to the tougher games. The semi finals are so close and we need you for then." I added. Mason nodded knowing we were both right.

I finally went back to my family who questioned where I've been all this time. I told them I saw Mason and how much pain he was in. They looked concerned for him.

We won 2-0 thanks to Sterling and Rice. I was so happy for them, especially for Deccers for scoring. That boy is going from strength to strength and I'm so proud of him.

We all went to see the boys after the game and we congratulated them. "Well done Rice. I'm so proud." I hugged him. "Thanks Lex. I'm over the moon." He beamed. You could tell how much this meant to him. Declan also got player of the match. He deserved it, that was the best I've ever seen him play.

We were all leaving the stadium and I was taking Mason home as I was staying at his tonight. During the drive home we were singing and laughing, and Mason had his hand on my thigh. It felt good.

I knew Mason was still upset with himself for not participating in the rest of the game but he couldn't injure himself more.

"You ok babe? Do you need anything?" I asked, handing him a drink. He was lying on the sofa, his leg elevated to help with the pain. "I'm fine. My leg is feeling better." He spoke. "Can we cuddle and watch a film in bed?" He asked giving me puppy dog eyes. I smiled and nodded. "How could I say no to that offer or to that face." I pecked his lips causing Mason to smile.

We got into his bed, of course I was wearing his clothes. Mason was cuddled into me, his head on my chest. "You know you look hot in my clothes." Mason said, holding me tight. I kissed the top of his head, blushing slightly at the comment he made.

"Babe?" Mason spoke after a while of watching The Hunger Games. "Hhmmm?" "Thank you for looking after me tonight. It's made it easier to get through this with you by my side." He said looking up at me. "You don't have to thank me. I'll always look after my boy." He smiled and kissed me. "You're the best girlfriend." "I know." I winked.

I love seeing the cuter, softer side of Mason. He saves it for behind closed doors for the most part. It makes me fall for him more.