Football One Shots

Ney-Leo-Cris

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Neymar's eagerness to please Lionel had taken over his mind. All he could ever think about was making Leo happy and giving him what he wanted. He'd been so focused on Leo, somewhere along the way he'd lost himself. Cristiano seemed to be Neymar's only competition when it came to winning Leo's love and affection, but Cris had already won Leo over. Leo would often bring Cristiano home after a date night or brunch together. Neymar would hide away in his bedroom and wait for Cristiano to leave, never wanting to be confronted by him or questioned. Cristiano had the power to get him kicked out of the house, especially if he felt Neymar was a threat to his and Leo's blooming relationship.

Neymar often took it upon himself to offer his undivided attention to Leo. If Leo slept in on an off day, Neymar would make him breakfast and bring it to him in bed. If Leo wanted something specific for dinner, Neymar would run to the store and buy it. If Leo wanted to do something, Neymar would drive him or tag along on the adventure.

Slowly, Leo began denying Neymar's offers. After Leo's late night out with Cristiano, he'd made him his favorite, French Toast and fruit salad, but Leo told him he was going out with Cris for breakfast. Neymar's hard work would end up at the bottom of the trash, along with a small piece of his heart. Leo was planning on visiting the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya and when Ney offered to accompany him, Leo shot him down claiming Cris was already going with him. That wasn't Neymar's biggest issue though, it was when Leo continued with 'maybe next time'. Neymar had bit back with, 'you sure Cris won't be tagging along then too?' Leo had no reply.

It seemed that Neymar's time with Leo was limited to practice and away matches. Even then, there was always someone, usually Suarez, in the mix. The last time he'd had one-on-one time with Leo was over a month ago. His feelings for Lionel hadn't dissipated, but became somewhat stronger, and it was frustrating him beyond belief.

"Say Leo, want to go out to dinner after practice tomorrow?" This was the first time he had confronted Leo while Cristiano was around.

"Uh, sorry Neymar, Cris and I already have plans on going out. Maybe some other time, yeah?" Cristiano was quiet, as if waiting for Neymar to snap, and he got what he was waiting for.

"No, don't worry about it Leo. I see there won't be much time for any dinners or lunches. Unless, of course, it's with Cristiano. Sorry for bringing it up, it won't happen again, promise." He gave them a sad smile and hustled up to his room, shutting and locking the door behind him.

He could hear the muffled voices of the two downstairs, but he ignored their rushed words. His bed seemed to welcome him and comfort his sad heart until he fell asleep.

The days following had been the same, besides Leo trying to talk to him a few times at home, but Neymar shot down all his attempts. He wasn't in the mood for Leo's crap. Ever since he expressed his hurt, Leo had been trying to make it seem like he cared.

"Neymar!? You home?" Cristiano tapped on his door before walking in.

Neymar stayed on his side, facing away from the door, scrolling through his Instagram feed. He didn't feel like associating with the "enemy" at that moment.

"Neymar, come on. Talk to me. You've already pushed Leo away. He wants to make things right." Neymar scoffed and turned to face the 6'1" man standing in his doorway.

Cristiano plopped onto the end of Neymar's bed, leaning back on his extended arm. He waited for Neymar's reply, hope shining in his captivating eyes.

Neymar knew where this was going. He could make Leo happy, he could! He wanted to, damnit, he REALLY wanted to, but something in the back of his mind relentlessly told him, impossible, and Neymar believed it. How could he make Leo happy, when he wasn't even happy himself?