Tayvis one-shots (3)

An Unexpected Surprise (requested)

Taylor was in the middle of her Eras Tour, and tonight's concert was a big one. The crowd in Nashville was buzzing with excitement, thousands of fans filling the stadium with anticipation for a night of music, nostalgia, and magic. Taylor was backstage, getting ready for the show, her heart pounding with adrenaline and nerves.

She adjusted her sparkly outfit, glancing at her reflection in the mirror. Her hair was perfectly styled, her makeup flawless, but there was a small frown on her face. It wasn't because she was nervous about performing — she'd done this countless times. It was because tonight, she knew Travis wouldn't be in the audience.

Travis had a game in Kansas City tonight. He had texted her earlier, apologizing again for not being able to make it. They had gotten used to the challenges of balancing their hectic schedules, but it still stung whenever they had to miss each other's big moments.

Taylor sighed, trying to shake off the disappointment. She knew Travis wanted to be here more than anything. He always supported her, always made time for her, even when his own schedule was demanding. But tonight, she'd have to perform without him in the crowd.

Just as she was about to head to the stage, her phone buzzed. It was a text from Travis.

"Good luck tonight, my love. I'm cheering you on from KC. You're going to be amazing, as always. Love you more than anything."

A small smile tugged at her lips. Even from miles away, Travis knew how to make her feel special. She quickly typed a reply.

"Thank you, babe. I wish you were here. I love you so much. Good luck with your game too. Score a touchdown for me, okay?"

After sending the text, Taylor took a deep breath and turned her focus to the concert ahead. The show must go on, as they say.

The concert was in full swing, and Taylor was on fire. The crowd sang along to every word, their energy fueling her performance. As she transitioned from one era to the next, she found herself lost in the music, forgetting about everything else. For those few hours, nothing mattered but the connection she had with her fans and the stories she was telling through her songs.

But in the back of her mind, she couldn't help but think about Travis. She wondered if he was able to catch any of the concert on his phone, if he was thinking about her as much as she was thinking about him.

She was halfway through her set, performing "All Too Well (10 Minute Version)," when she noticed a commotion near the side of the stage. Her heart skipped a beat, but she quickly refocused, not wanting to get distracted. She continued singing, pouring her heart into the lyrics.

As the song ended, she took a moment to catch her breath, glancing towards the side of the stage again. This time, she saw him.

There, standing just out of sight of the crowd, was Travis.

Taylor's eyes widened in shock. Was she imagining things? She blinked a few times, but he was still there, smiling at her with that familiar, charming grin.

Her heart soared. She wanted to run over to him, to throw her arms around him, but she still had a show to finish. She turned back to the crowd, a huge smile on her face, and launched into her next song with renewed energy.

For the rest of the concert, she felt like she was floating. Knowing Travis was there, watching her, made everything feel more electric. Every note, every lyric, every dance move felt more meaningful. She couldn't wait to see him after the show, to ask him how he managed to pull off this surprise.

The final notes of "Long Live" rang out, and the crowd erupted into applause. Taylor took a moment to soak it all in, the love and energy of her fans washing over her. She waved to the crowd, blew them a kiss, and thanked them for an unforgettable night.

As she walked offstage, she spotted Travis waiting for her, a proud smile on his face. The moment she was out of sight of the audience, she broke into a run, closing the distance between them in seconds.

"Travis!" she exclaimed, throwing her arms around him. "What are you doing here? I thought you had a game tonight!"

Travis hugged her tightly, lifting her off the ground for a moment before setting her back down. "I did," he said, his voice filled with warmth. "But as soon as it was over, I hopped on a plane and got here as fast as I could. I couldn't miss this, Tay. Not tonight."

Taylor pulled back, looking up at him with a mixture of amazement and love. "I can't believe you did that," she said, her eyes shining with unshed tears. "You must be exhausted."

"I'd do anything to be here for you," Travis replied, brushing a strand of hair away from her face. "I didn't want to miss seeing you perform. You were incredible, by the way. Absolutely amazing."

Taylor felt a blush rise to her cheeks. "Thank you," she said softly. "It means so much that you're here."

Travis leaned down to kiss her, a gentle, lingering kiss that made her heart flutter. "I wouldn't have it any other way," he murmured against her lips.

They stood there for a moment, just holding each other, savoring the closeness and the love between them. Taylor felt a wave of gratitude wash over her, grateful for Travis, for his unwavering support, and for the way he always made her feel cherished and loved.

"Come on," she said after a moment, taking his hand. "Let's go back to the dressing room. I want to hear all about your game."

Travis chuckled, letting her lead the way. "Only if you tell me all about the concert. I want to know everything."

Taylor laughed, her heart feeling lighter than it had all day. "Deal."

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Back in the dressing room, Taylor and Travis sat on the couch, talking and laughing as they shared stories from their respective nights. Travis told her all about his game, the plays he made, and how he kept thinking about her the whole time. Taylor shared details about the concert, the moments that stood out, and how much it meant to her to see him there.

As they talked, Taylor couldn't stop smiling. She felt a sense of contentment that she hadn't felt in a long time. Despite their crazy schedules, despite the distance that sometimes kept them apart, she knew they could make this work. They were a team, and they would always find a way back to each other.

"I'm so glad you're here," she said, leaning her head against his shoulder. "You have no idea how much this means to me."

Travis kissed the top of her head, his arm wrapped around her. "I'm glad I'm here too. And I promise, I'll always try to be here for you, Tay. No matter what."

Taylor closed her eyes, feeling a sense of peace wash over her. She knew they had something special, something worth fighting for. And in that moment, she felt more certain than ever that they could handle whatever came their way.

Together.

As they sat there, wrapped up in each other's arms, Taylor couldn't help but think that this was exactly where she wanted to be. With Travis by her side, she knew they could face anything — the highs, the lows, and everything in between.

And for now, that was more than enough.