Close to You ➳ Antoine Griezmann

Chapter Nine ♔

♔ Marisa's POV ♔

"And that's a wrap!" The photographer and manager both say. "You're all good to go. You've been a pleasure to work with Miss Ronaldo.

"Thank you and you can call me Marisa." I say, smiling as I was glad the photo shoot was done. Gosh, as much as I loved all the buzz about being an actress and having all these things to do, I sure did want some time for myself. 

All throughout this photo shoot, all I could think of was the dinner with Antoine. What was I going to wear? I can't look like a frog, I need to make myself look presentable as possible. I made my way out of the building and stood outside. 

Damn, it started to get dark already. I quickly pull my phone out to call Antoine when I notice to my left that he was already there with his back turned, just talking to someone on the phone.

I was just about to call his name when a car drives up and stops in front of me. It was none other than Sergio which was strange. What was he doing here?

"Marisa! Come on, get in! It must be cold!" He says, after pulling down the windows.

"Sergio? What are you doing here?" I ask him confused. It was pretty chilly for some reasons so I shivered a little. 

"I'm here to take you out to dinner remember? Come on, get inside sweetheart! And you can't refuse or i'll be disappointed." 

I couldn't argue back so I decided to get in his car but what about Antoine? We were supposed to go out for dinner but if I told Sergio then he'd think different of me and tell Cris. I had to go, just so I didn't create any drama.

The feel of guilt killed me deep inside as I looked at the side view mirror of the car, where Antoine still stood. I didn't know what to do. I felt bad for leaving him knowing he waited for me. If only he knew. I had to quickly do something.

"What are you looking at Marisa?" Ramos asks grinning.

"Nothing." I reply bluntly, too lost for words.

"Where are you taking me then?" I ask snapping about of my guilty thoughts.

"Oh, somewhere nice." he says, doing that cheesy smile.

"It better be" I say, giving him a quick smile and then looking back out of the window.

***

There we were. At this fancy restaurant. Sergio brought me so much food that I panicked slightly knowing I couldn't finish it all. I sure as hell knew, if little Cris was here he wouldn't hesitate to finish all this off the little guy. I just didn't know why he was treating me to so much. 

"Sergio, can I ask a question?" I say, changing the topic.

"Yeah sure, what is it Marisa?" He asks.

"Why are you doing all this for me? I mean it's honestly so nice of you but we've only met like a few times."

"I don't know. I just really like you. You're a beautiful girl." He says in a classy manner as he takes a sip of some red wine.

"Aw, I like you too but this is all too much for me. I mean you've already done so much for me by giving me a lift." I answer trying to be considerate.

"It's fine. I told Cristiano, that he doesn't have to worry about you. I'm good at taking care of people." He smiles looking at me.

"Yeah and did you forget to add you're good at flirting to?" I laugh teasing him.

"Hahaha" he starts to laugh, his smile widened.

Crap. Antoine must still be waiting or- no. He probably hates me now. 

"Hey Sergio, I'm gonna head home now. It's been a long day but I've really enjoyed the dinner. Thank you." I say getting up from my seat.

"My pleasure sweetheart. I'll drop you off hom-"

"Uh no that's fine Sergio. Honestly, I'll take the taxi back." I interrupt him as I place my hands on his to stop him from picking up his keys.

"Fine. Well text me later babe" he smiles.

"Sure." I say, grabbing my purse. I quickly gave him a hug and then left the restaurant.

***

I finally arrived outside the restaurant that Antoine wanted to meet me at. I pay the taxi driver the fare and stand outside. 

I quickly call him but he wasn't answering his calls. I just really hope he wasn't mad at me even though he had every right to. I know, i'll call his friend Filipe. Maybe he'd know where Antoine would be because I couldn't see him around. 

"Hello? Hey Filipe, it's me Marisa. I was wondering if you'd know where Antoine would be? I was supposed to have dinner with him."

"Hello Marisa and yeah he told me he was waiting for you outside your agency but you never showed up so he ended up going home."

"Oh. Oh no. I'm here outside the restaurant. Okay well thank you Filipe. Take care." I say about to disconnect the phone.

"Wait, do you want me to tell him?" 

"No it's fine. I understand."

"Okay Marisa, goodbye.

"Bye."

Great. That was the moment I fucked up. Wait, i'll send him a text that i'm waiting for him here and maybe he might respond. If not, i'll just go home.

***

After waiting for nearly an hour, I finally decided to go home as I started getting messages from Sergio and Cris asking me where I was and if I was okay.

I was about to call our driver who Cris said was able to pick me up through text before someone called my name.

"Marisa!" 

I pause and recognised the voice. It was Antoine. I quickly turn around to see him standing there in a jacket and some jeans. He seemed to be in a very casual attire and I somewhat preferred that. His hair was all perfect and his blue eyes struck me as he stood there looking at me. I couldn't even describe how happy I was.

"Antoine!" I shout as I run towards him and wrap my arms around his neck, giving him a big hug. It was like one of those hugs where you hadn't seen your favourite person in so long. 

"Antoine, i'm so sorry." I say whilst my arms were wrapped around him.