My lioness

one night

-back in the changing rooms-

The aroma of victory still lingered in the air as Millie Smith strolled through the jubilant halls of the Manchester City stadium. Despite the triumph on the pitch, Millie couldn't shake the feeling of being sidelined for so long at Arsenal, her talent unnoticed or unappreciated.

As they made their way to the locker room, Alex turned to Millie with a mischievous grin. "Hey, Millie, have you heard about the party tonight? It's going to be epic!"

Millie's eyes widened with curiosity. "Party? What party?"

Alex waved an elegant invitation card in front of her. "This party, my dear! A celebration of our victory, and a chance for us to let loose and have some fun at a club, do not worry there is a VIP section for us."

Millie's heart raced with excitement and apprehension. This was her chance to truly bond with her new teammates and leave behind the disappointments of her past. With a determined nod, she accepted the invitation.

"Count me in, Alex. I'm ready to celebrate like never before."
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Millie's heart fluttered with anticipation as she stood in front of her bedroom mirror, surveying the array of outfits scattered across her bed. She was looking forward to mingling with her new teammates, especially her close friend Alex, Chloe and Lauren.

After much deliberation, she settled on a sleek black dress that accentuated her athletic frame, paired with silver heels that added a touch of glamour. As she applied a final swipe of lipstick, her phone buzzed with a message.

It was Alex. "Hey Millie! Can't wait to see you at the party tonight. I'll swing by your place in a bit and we can head over together. Sound good?"

Millie's pulse quickened with excitement at the prospect of spending the evening with her teamates. "Sounds perfect, Alex! See you soon."

With a satisfied smile, Millie took one last look in the mirror before heading downstairs to await Alex's arrival. Tonight was about more than just celebrating a victory—it was about strengthening friendships and making memories with her teammates. And Millie was ready to embrace every moment of it.
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As Millie descended the stairs, the sound of the doorbell echoed through her home. With a grin, she swung open the door to find Alex standing there, beaming with excitement.

"Hey, Millie! You look stunning," Alex exclaimed, her eyes lighting up with admiration.

Millie returned the compliment with a grateful smile. "Thanks, Alex. You look amazing too!"

With a quick hug, they headed out into the crisp night air, making their way to the waiting car. As they settled into the plush seats, Millie's excitement bubbled over.

"I can't believe we're going to a VIP bar!" she exclaimed, her eyes shining with anticipation.

Alex chuckled, her voice filled with excitement. "I know, right? It's going to be so much fun! And who knows, maybe we'll even run into some handsome guys."

The car pulled up to the sleek entrance of the VIP bar, and Millie's heart skipped a beat as they stepped out onto the bustling sidewalk. With Alex by her side, she felt invincible, ready to take on whatever the night had in store.

As they made their way inside, the pulsing beat of the music washed over them, enveloping them in a sea of energy and excitement. Tonight was about more than just celebrating a victory—it was about letting go of the past and embracing the promise of the future. And with her teamates by her side, Millie knew that anything was possible.