In which the rookie Ben Gal falls for Cincinnati's number one quarterback.
Now that football season is upon us I thought it would be fun to write a little Joe Burrow story.
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In her journey to rediscover herself, Alessandra found unexpected solace in songwriting. She'd always loved music, and with all she'd been through, she finally felt the pull to create something uniquely her own. With a notebook and pen, she poured out her experiences, channeling her emotions into lyrics. It started as a therapeutic exercise, a way to make sense of her thoughts, but soon it grew into something more, a passion she didn't want to keep to herself.
The song that resonated most was one she titled 'Greedy'. It captured the complex feelings she'd grappled with over the past year, the heartbreak, the self-reclamation, and the frustration of realizing that some people wanted more from her than she could give.
Alessandra decided to take a leap and share 'Greedy' with the world. She recorded a simple demo with a local producer, and with the encouragement from friends, released it independently. The song garnered more attention than she expected, quickly resonating with people who'd experienced similar betrayals and found empowerment in standing up for themselves.
As her song gained traction, Alessandra received messages of support from fans and even a few offers to collaborate on more music. Her career as a songwriter and performer was beginning to blossom, showing her a whole new side of herself she never knew existed.
Joe watched all of this unfold with a mixture of pride and admiration. He'd always known Alessandra had an inner strength, but seeing her take up songwriting and step so boldly into the spotlight added a new depth to his feelings. Her resilience was inspiring, and he found himself drawn to her in ways he hadn't expected. The honesty and vulnerability in her music, especially 'Greedy', struck a chord with him, making him realize how much he still cared.
But Joe knew he couldn't act on his feelings without risking their friendship and the stability Alessandra had worked so hard to build. So he held back, choosing to be there as her friend and supporter, even as he struggled with his emotions.
With 'Greedy' gaining popularity, Alessandra received invitations to perform at local events, and she found herself growing more confident in her new creative path. She still balanced her cheerleading work, enjoying the physicality and energy of it, but music was quickly becoming her calling. She continued writing songs, each one a piece of her story, and she began dreaming of releasing a full album someday.
As she grew in her music career, she connected with other local artists and collaborated with them, immersing herself in the music scene. Her life felt fuller, richer, and finally, completely her own.
One night, after a small show where she performed 'Greedy' live for the first time, Joe met her backstage. The applause still rang in her ears, and she was buzzing with energy.
"You were amazing up there, Alé," he said, a soft smile on his face. "I always knew you had it in you."
"Thank you, Joe," she replied, feeling a warmth she hadn't expected. She looked at him, sensing something unspoken in his gaze.
They stood there in silence for a moment, both realizing that things were shifting between them. But for now, they stayed in that moment, appreciating the friendship that had brought them to this point, with the possibility of something more lingering just beyond.
Author Twilight,
Alessandra's song 'Greedy' is actually Tate McRae's 'Greedy' and I absolutely love that song, so why not add that to the book.
Also I was inspired by Tate McRae's life, when she dated Cole and he cheated on her and she became even more famous after she released Greedy. When I was writing the story and Alessandra started dating Cole I knew I wanted their storyline to go this way.
