A Different Time and Place - A Collection of WoSo one shots.

Fake (Mewis/Daly)

Last year after undergoing surgery for a torn ACL, rehabbing and returning to play for the NWSL's Houston Dash in their final two games of the season, Kristie Mewis found herself unceremoniously released from the team that she had spent the past 5 years giving her heart and soul too. She was devastated by the news and even though she had her agent put out feelers around the world, was unable to find a team willing to even offer her a try-out.

Forced into a premature retirement Kristie found herself searching for some way to fill the time usually spent in training. Having a degree in journalism from Boston College, she turned to writing about her experiences as a means of coping. Soon those blogs took on a life of their own and the "Sporting Chic," was born. Kristie, along with her sister Sam and their childhood bestie Steph, both of whom were still currently playing soccer professionally approached female athletes from various sports and levels in search of a unique perspective on a variety of topics.

With Kristie as the face and backbone of the site and the other two providing the leg work, the site soon became an overwhelming success.

At a loss for an idea for her latest blog, Kristie decided to drop by a Dash training session in hopes that it would get her wheels turning again. While it hurt watching the girls run around and play the sport that she was still very much in love with, it provided inspiration for a new feature of the blog, player Q&A. Kristie was able to collect some rather candid responses from her former teammates. While chatting with Dash player Kealia Ohai, it was mentioned that the Dash has secured the rights to England International, Rachel Daly.

"Do you think I could get an interview with her when she arrives?"

"Kris, I don't know if that's such a good idea. She is known for being a player both on and off the field."

"Considering the lack of action, I've been experiencing in both those departments, maybe it'll be a win, win situation for me."

"Don't come crying to me when she leaves you in the morning."

"I won't, I promise."

A week later after the paperwork was finalized, Daly made her first appearance in the familiar orange of the Dash. Kristie made her way to BBVA Stadium after receiving a message from Kealia that Daly was interested in being interviewed by her.

Kristie sat in the stands and watched on as the blonde completed the drills. Damn, she's quick, I wish I could line up with her.

As the session finishes, Kristie chats with a few of the players as she waits for Rachel to finish with the hand full of reporters on hand.

"I hear, you're interviewing Daly for your blog. How come I don't rate the special treatment?"

Kristie laughs at Sofia Huerta, "I've been saving you for a full-length feature."

"Uh-huh, for some reason I don't believe you. Anyways, don't go falling for the accent."

"Are you finally offering, Sof?"

"Not a chance Mewis." Sofia walks away leaving Kristie laughing.

"You're cute when you laugh." Kristie looks over and finds the blonde English woman watching her. She does her best to try and hide the blush that is currently trying to escape. "I'm cute all of the time."

"I can see that." Kristie notices as Daly scans her up and down. She is thankful that she spent more time than usual in choosing her outfit on the day. Rachel smiles at her and Kristie can't help but think to herself how perfect looking she is and damn her accent is definitely a panty-dropper.

"I hear you want to ask me a few questions for your blog."

"I do if that's okay with you."

"I'll answer your questions if you join me for a drink tonight."