For 24-year-old tennis player Naya Morgan, all that glittered certainly wasn't gold. In her relentless pursuit of victory, she had strayed far from the joy of simply playing the game she loved.
Naya's life takes an unexpected turn when she crosses p...
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"Are you enjoying yourself in Paris?" Jude inquired over the phone.
"Yes, but it's been crazy," Naya chuckled. "Fashion week isn't for the faint of heart. There are so many events and shows to attend, not to mention the endless traffic and paparazzi everywhere. But overall, it's been an incredible experience."
"I can tell, I saw your post on instagram. You look incredible." Jude said as he scrolled through Naya's latest photos. "You're really living it up out there."
Naya's cheeks flushed with warmth, feeling thankful for Jude's kind words. "I appreciate it, Jude. It's been quite a whirlwind, but I'm really just trying to enjoy every moment and I've been having fun playing dress up all week."
The only thing that would have made her Fashion Week even better was Jude's presence, but it went without saying that his career would always be put before personal leisure.
Jude smiled on the other end of the line, understanding Naya's sentiment. "I wish I could be there with you, but I'm happy you're having a good time. Remember to take some time for yourself amidst all the chaos, okay?"
"Yes dad," Naya responded playfully.
Unbeknownst to Jude, she was currently in the midst of packing up to leave Paris and head back to him in Germany in time for his 21st birthday.
Due to Jude and his England teammates being in the midst of their Euros campaign, he didn't have any plans to celebrate properly, but she still wanted to be with him on his day.
To Jude's knowledge naya was going to leave Paris and head to London to begin preparations for her Wimbledon appearance this year.
However, Naya had a surprise up her sleeve for Jude's birthday. She had arranged to secretly fly back to Germany and surprise him at their training camp.
As she finished packing, Naya couldn't contain her excitement. She knew it would be a whirlwind trip, but seeing Jude's smile on his special day would make it all worth it. She quickly finished up and headed to the airport, eager to see Jude's reaction when she showed up unexpectedly.
Naya was thankful that the airport was quiet as she made her way through it. By the time she arrived in Germany, it would be past midnight, but she didn't mind.
As she boarded the plane, Naya's heart raced with anticipation. The flight much like the airport was filled with a sense of calm and solitude, allowing her thoughts to drift to Jude and the surprise awaiting him. The hours in the air seemed to pass by in a blur as she replayed in her mind how she would reveal herself to him.
Finally, the plane landed in Germany, and Naya hurriedly made her way to the hotel where Jude was staying. She knew exactly where to find him, even in the darkness of the night. As she approached the entrance, her heart pounded with excitement and nerves.
Knocking on the door to Jude's hotel room, Naya took a deep breath, her hands slightly trembling with anticipation. The seconds that followed felt like an eternity until the door swung open, revealing a tired but surprised Jude standing before her.
