Incoming call from Dad🖤
Camila: Yes, Dad?
Dad: When are you coming to Portugal?
Camila: Dad, I don't know. Maybe not this year since Sofia can't go.
Dad: You don't need Sofia to come for you to visit.
Dad: She met the new baby you haven't met.
Camila: Maybe I don't want to meet Mimi.
Dad: Don't be like that.
Dad: Well, Camila, call when you can.
End of call.
As I reflect on our recent conversation, it brings back memories of a time when I was just ten years old and learned that my dad was starting a new family in Portugal. This revelation has had a lasting impact on our relationship, making our calls somewhat strained and uncomfortable. The thought of his two children, one who is already ten and the other who is just a newborn, adds a layer of complexity to our interactions. The distance between us, both physical and emotional, seems to grow with each passing day, creating a sense of unease whenever the phone rings and his name flashes on the screen.
Pedri picked me up, and we drove to my sister's game. I wasn't really in the mood for it, to be honest.
When we arrived, I said hi to my sister and her boyfriend, Antonio. "It's nice to see you getting along with him," Antonio said.
"Yeah, Xavi will be very happy about that," I replied.
After the game, I pulled my sister aside to talk to her privately. "Plz, Sofia, come with me to see Dad," I pleaded.
"I can't," she responded. "I'm going on a trip with Antonio."
"You have to go see Dad alone," she told me firmly.
"Yeah, whatever," I said, not thrilled about having to visit our father by myself.
Dad🖤
Dad🖤:
Hey, I just wanted to let you know that I've booked a ticket for you to come visit me tomorrow. I know you didn't say you wanted to come, but I really think it's important that we see each other.
Camila:
What? Dad, I didn't say I was able to come visit tomorrow. I have plans with Sofia and Antonio.
Dad🖤:
I understand, but I've already bought the ticket. You have no choice in the matter. This is important, and I need you here. Please don't argue with me on this.
Camila:
But Dad, this is so last minute. I can't just cancel my other plans. You can't just decide for me that I'm going to be there.
Dad🖤:
I'm your father, and I'm telling you that you're coming to see me tomorrow. End of discussion. The ticket is waiting for you at the airport. Be there.
Camila:
sigh* Fine, I guess I don't have a choice. I'll be there.
Mom❤️😍
Camila:
Ugh, Mom, you're not going to believe this. Dad just texted me and said he bought a ticket for me to come visit him tomorrow, even though I didn't ask to go.
Mom❤️😍: What? That's ridiculous. I can't believe he's doing this again. Don't worry, I'll call him and-
Camila:
The worst part is that Sofia was supposed to come over tomorrow. We had plans.
Mom❤️😍:
Oh honey, I'm so sorry. I know how much you were looking forward to that.
Camila:
Yeah, and now I have to go see Dad instead. It's so not fair.
Mom❤️😍:
I understand your disappointment. But maybe you could reschedule with Sofia? Or see if she can come with you to visit your father?
Camila:
Yeah right, like Dad would ever go for that. He wants me there alone so he can guilt-trip me or whatever.
*Mom❤️😍:
I'm sorry, sweetie. I know how much you were looking forward to your plans with Sofia. This isn't fair to you at all.
Camila:
The worst part is that I was actually starting to get excited about seeing Dad again. But now I'm just
Mom❤️😍:
I know, honey. Your relationship with your father is so complicated. But maybe this visit could still be a chance to reconnect, even if it's not under the best circumstances.
*Camila:
I doubt it. But I guess I don't have a choice, do I?
Mom❤️😍:
I'm afraid not, sweetie. I wish I could get you out of this, but your father can be so stubborn. Just try to make the best of it, okay?
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"Treating you the Way you Deserve" //Pedri Gonzalez
Fanfiction"Camila has been very close to the boys' group ever since she grew up with them at La Masia. However, the dynamic changes when two new players join the team.
