Finding Love

Mateo

"What began as simple conversation ended in love"

Having sex with Rosalie was something I didn't intend to do so soon. Yesterdays game hurt but her being there with me made everything feel better. Instead of feeling like a complete failure she reminded me of my worth and reassured everything I worked for came true. 2018 was a rough year and back then I handled my loose by shutting everyone out but Rose refused to leave my side. She was the one keeping me steady... 

When psg came to talk to me I was nervous but turned out they wanted me on their team for the next season. I almost cried hearing that news though I love Madrid  going to psg would enhance my career. I'd be playing with legends such as Messi, Neymar and Mbappe.

Rosalie was sleeping on my chest and I rubbed her back. She moved in her sleep and opened her to look at me, "good morning" 

"Morning" I whispered kissing her lips. I was deep in love with her and last night proved she felt the same. We were in a long make out session until my phone interrupted us, "who is calling this early" I groaned. Picking up I answered without realizing who was on the other end

"Hello"

"Who is this? You don't sound like my daughter" a women's voice yelled through the phone and I widen my eyes as this was Rosalie's mother 

"Oh, I'm sorry. Umm... my name is Mateo and uh I accidentally answered the phone-" 

"Are you that soccer player Rosalie's been running around with?" I started to sweat since I've never meet her family. Rose stared at me shocked and grabbed the phone

"Mom, please don't interrogate him" she begged rolling off my chest. They talked on the phone for a while and Rose looked at me handing the phone back, "she wants to talk to you" 

I was scared shitless but took the phone to my ear, "I don't know you but you better me treating my baby right! I want her to come home happy not heartbroken again, now I have to go but I would love to meet you soon" 

"Uhhh, yes, yes of course" I answered sporadically. She ended the call and I looked over to Rose, "I just meet your mother" 

"And I met yours" she laughed getting up. The team and I would leave tomorrow back to Brazil but Rose was leaving tonight. 

"How are we going to do long distance" I asked following behind her to the bathroom

"I don't know... pretty sure my boss will fire me. I've been gone so long with little to no explanation" she let out a sigh. I wanted to take her to Brazil with me but that was only a dream. I wouldn't even stay long because if I signed with psg I'd be stationed in France the week after.

"I'm going to miss this though" she went to take a shower and finish packing. I didn't want our stay to end, still processing our loss I wanted Rosalie to come back home with me. It was a crazy thought but she would love Brazil. Thinking about the idea, I started packing my own bag getting ready to leave. 

...

"Mateo... I think we need to talk about us" Rose said. She finished packing and was sitting on the bed as I was watching the tv. 

"Ok" I smiled at her but she looked serious

"I mean you're going to be who knows where for a long period of time" she stated looking at me with worry. I started to understand what she meant but I'd visit when I could and I know we could make it work

"Rose, we'll be ok, Please don't overthink and leave me. I need you more than you think" I pleaded getting scared she was trying to run. We've come too far for that and I had to remind no matter where I am in the world we'll be together

"I'm not going to leave, baby" she said holding my cheek. "Its just... I'm scared this long distance might ruin us or what if you find somebody better" 

Was she scared I would cheat? That was the last thing on my mind as no one but her would own my heart, "Come here" I said motioning her to move closer to me. I wrapped my arms around her waist 

"I love you and only you nobody can get in-between that" I kissed her forehead. "I may be in Paris for a while but we'll make time for each other" I reassured her and she leaned in to my side sniffling 

"Thank you, I love you so much and I get scared sometimes. Opening my heart again is hard" she explained. I understood what she meant it's not easy to give things another chance but what makes us stronger is never giving up

"You're strong and I'll always be here" I said looking her watered eyes

...

"Text me when you land" I said helping Rosalie get her luggage out the car. It was bittersweet to see her leave but we both agreed that she would fly out to Paris for New Years and spent a week with me. Her boss was mad until he found out we were dating and let everything go. 

"I will" she said pulling me into a hug and kissing my lips. I leaned in more and pushed her body into mine, we had some watchful eyes and a few cameras recording but I didn't care about them. 

"Don't get mad but I upgraded you to first class" I said cheesing. Rosalie lightly hit my shoulder

"Mateo! I said you didn't need to do that" she stressed but Its a long flight and I wanted her to be comfortable. I laughed at her and went in for another hug "I'll miss you, sweetheart. Now hurry inside so you don't your flight" 

She grabbed her bags and walked inside waving back, "love you!" I shouted loud enough for everyone to hear. Rosalie's got shy instantly and gave me a look. She mouthed love you more and went inside. It was hard to let her go but we'd see each other soon.