[In the Shadows of Love] ~ Pedri.Gonzalez

Chapter 26

The next day was the final match of the league. The atmosphere at the hall was electric with excitement. Emily, along with Sarah and Bella, was there to support Pedri and the team. As the players were getting ready in the locker room, Emily managed to catch Pedri for a brief moment.

She walked up to him and hugged him tightly. "Good luck, Pedro," she whispered, her voice full of warmth and encouragement.

Pedri hugged her back, smiling. "Thanks, Emily. I'll give it my all."

With a final squeeze, Emily let go and joined Sarah and Bella in the stands. The three of them found their seats.

As they settled into their seats, Bella gave Emily
a knowing wink.

Emily, puzzled, asked, "What?"

Bella smiled slyly. "I don't know, I just feel like something good is going to happen."

Emily nodded enthusiastically. "Yeah, they will win!"

Bella shook her head slightly, her smile widening. "No, I mean something else."

Emily, curiosity piqued, asked, "Like what?"

Before Bella could answer, Sarah interrupted, "Guys, the match is starting!"

The girls quickly turned their attention to the field, their excitement palpable as they cheered for the team.

Pedri's family arrived, with Fer leading the way. "We didn't miss anything, right?" Fer asked.

Emily shook her head with a smile. "No, no, it just started." She greeted Pedri's father and mother warmly. "Hi, Mr. and Mrs. González."

Pedri's mother beamed. "Hello, Emily! We're so excited for the game."

Pedri's father nodded in agreement. "Yes, it's going to be a great match."

The match started with both teams playing intensely, but despite Barcelona's strong performance, the scoreboard remained unchanged. Pedri and his teammates were giving their all on the field, making impressive passes and maintaining solid defense.

Emily, Bella, and Sarah sat on the edge of their seats, their eyes glued to the action. "Come on, Barca!" Emily whispered, her hands clenched in anticipation.

Bella leaned over to Emily. "They're playing well, but they need that breakthrough."

Sarah nodded. "One good chance, and they'll get it."

As the game progressed, the tension in the stadium grew, with fans cheering and chanting, hoping for that crucial first goal.

As the first half was drawing to a close, the opposing team managed to score a goal, sending a wave of disappointment through the Barcelona fans. The stadium fell silent for a moment before the groans and murmurs began.