Love's Goal: Beth and Vivianne's Story

Chapter 5: helping beth

Training sessions at Arsenal had taken on a new intensity, with Vivianne Miedema finding her footing and steadily improving her performance. The practice sessions had become her sanctuary, a place where she could channel her energy and focus on her love for the game.

With each passing week, her confidence grew, and she began to score goals consistently during games. Her teammates cheered her on, and Vivianne relished the feeling of contributing to the team's success.

However, amidst her newfound success, Vivianne couldn't help but notice the stark change in her friend Beth Mead. The blonde who had once been the life of the party, the one who brought laughter and joy to the locker room, had become quiet and withdrawn.

One day, after training, Vivianne decided to address the issue. She approached Beth in the training room, where she was sitting alone, staring at her phone with a distant look in her eyes.

"Hey, Beth," Vivianne said softly, taking a seat next to her friend. "Is everything okay?"

Beth looked up, her eyes reflecting a mixture of sadness and exhaustion. "I...I don't know, Viv. Things have been really tough lately."

Vivianne sensed that there was more to the story, and she gently prodded, "Is it because of what happened that night after the movie and the argument with Daniëlle?"

Beth nodded slowly, tears welling up in her eyes. "Yeah, Viv. We...we broke up."

Vivianne's heart ached for her friend as Beth's emotions overcame her. She reached out and pulled Beth into a comforting embrace. Beth sobbed into Vivianne's shoulder, the weight of her broken relationship finally taking its toll.

Vivianne whispered words of comfort and empathy, reassuring Beth that she was there for her. "I'm so sorry, Beth. You don't have to go through this alone. I'm here for you, no matter what."

As Beth continued to cry, she found solace in Vivianne's arms, grateful for the support of her friend during this difficult time. The training room, once a place of fierce competition, had now become a sanctuary for a heart in need of healing.

In that moment, Beth realized that she wasn't alone in her pain, and the bond she had forged with Vivianne grew even stronger.

After spending time comforting Beth, Vivianne returned to her own place, her heart heavy with the knowledge of her friend's pain. She couldn't help but think about Beth's sadness as she walked through her front door.

Wanting to check in on her friend, Vivianne decided to take a moment to see if Beth had posted anything on Instagram. She knew that Beth's dog was a source of comfort and joy for her, so she scrolled through Beth's profile.

There, she found a recent picture of Beth's beloved dog, a playful and loyal companion who had been with her through thick and thin. The dog's expressive eyes seemed to convey a sense of understanding and comfort.

Vivianne couldn't help but smile at the picture, and she felt compelled to leave a comment. She typed, "Your dog is adorable, Beth! Dogs have a way of bringing so much happiness into our lives. 🐶❤️"

With that, she put her phone down and went to take a shower. The warm water cascading over her body was a soothing balm after the emotional day she had experienced.

As Vivianne emerged from the shower, she picked up her phone, which was still damp from the steam-filled bathroom. She noticed a new message notification from Beth, and her curiosity piqued as she opened it.

Beth's message read, "Thank you, Viv. You've been such a good friend to me. 💕"

Vivianne couldn't help but smile at the heartfelt message. She quickly typed a response, "Always here for you, Beth. Friends look out for each other. We'll get through this together. ❤️"

With that, Vivianne set her phone aside, knowing that their friendship had deepened in ways words could only partially express. They were connected by shared experiences, mutual support, and an unbreakable bond that went beyond the confines of a screen or the limits of language.