Never Not You

Terrifying

A/N: it obviously isn't the whole conversation just the important part and there's some good cop bad cop vibes as well

After Spain's early exit from the World Cup, Alexia Putellas felt a heavy weight on her shoulders. While the loss stung, she knew she had an important stop to make before heading back to Spain. She needed to talk to Leah about something serious—about Mateo and Aurora, whom they affectionately called Aina.

As they walked through the airport, Mapi León caught up with her. "Hey, I want to come with you," she said, determination in her voice. "Aina is just as important to me as she is to you."

Alexia smiled at Mapi's support. "Of course. I'd appreciate it."

Mapi tilted her head slightly, a playful grin forming. "So, after we talk to Leah, will we go see Aina and El Torro?"

"Sure," Alexia replied, feeling a sense of relief wash over her. "I think it's exactly what we all need right now."

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Leah was scrolling through her messages when a notification from Alexia caught her attention. She raised an eyebrow, surprised. It wasn't unusual for them to chat, but Alexia's tone seemed different this time.

Alexia
Hey, are you free?

Leah
Yes, what's up?

Alexia
Can we meet?
I need to talk to you.

Leah
Sure, where do you want to meet?

Alexia
Let's say the café near the training ground?

Leah
Sounds good.
See you there.

As Leah made her way to the café, Georgia noticed the slightly worried look on her face and approached her. "Hey, what's wrong?"

Leah hesitated, glancing down at her phone before answering. "Alexia just asked if we could meet. She needs to talk to me."

Georgia raised an eyebrow. "And why is that bad?"

Leah's mind raced, conjuring up a storm of worries. "Rory went to hers when she left because of all the hate. Oh god, what if Rory hasn't told me everything? What if... what if she doesn't want me anymore? Or if something else has happened?"

"Woah, Leah, calm down," Georgia said, placing a reassuring hand on her shoulder. "I'm sure it's nothing. You're probably gonna get the best friend/sister talk, threatening you or something. She hasn't done that yet, has she?"

Leah shook her head, still fidgeting. "No, she hasn't."

"Then that's probably all it is," Georgia said with a confident nod.

"Yeah, okay, that's probably all it is," Leah echoed, but the knot in her stomach remained.

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In the cozy café, Alexia and Mapi settled into a corner booth, the chatter around them fading as they focused on their conversation. Mapi leaned in, a mischievous glint in her eyes. "So, what are we threatening her with or do we have to come up with some threats for Leah?"

Alexia chuckled, shaking her head. "There won't be a need for that. We're not threatening her."

"Come on, it could be fun!" Mapi insisted, leaning back with a playful pout. "Can we at least make her squirm?"