We arrived in Italy soon after 9 a.m. We got to our hotel and took our keys to the rooms we were staying at. I shared one with Marcus.
He wasn't going to play, but we went to the game anyway. Same with Trent. He had a room with Jude. I've known that guy for some time, basically since he joined the team.
We were getting along well, considering our age. I was 2 older than him, just like Marcus and Trent was older than me.
I laid on the bed and sighed, going on my phone. I noticed that I had so many people message me and soon I found out why.
- Marcus we've got a problem. Someone published a video from the airport.- I said in fear as I sat up.
- You're lying.- He stated.
- No bruh, look.- I answered and passed him my phone.
I covered my face and took a deep breath in. I wanted to keep our "relationship" private for as long as it was possible. Nobody really knew yet that we were official.
Not even Trent.
From the looks on Marcus' face I could tell that he was as stressed as me. I bit the inside of my cheek and rested my head on his arm.
- It's whatever after all. People would find out eventually.- I tried reassuring him.
- You're right. It's fine.- He agreed and kissed the top of my head.
We decided then to text our friends and go out for breakfast. After all we're in Italy right? We found a fancy restaurant down the street and went there to eat out.
Before going out, I changed into better clothes. It was quite hot outside so I wore a denim skirt, leaving my blouse on and changing my shoes to black converese, also wearing white leg warmers.
We came out of the room and made our ways to the exit. We met there our friends and walked to the place where we were supposed to go.
- I'm still mad you didn't tell me.- Trent whispered to me.
- Désolée (sorry). I'll change, trust.- I answered, tilting my head up and smiling.
He shook his head and smiled back. Even if he was ever mad at me, we'd get back on track really fast.
When we sat down at the restaurant, and ordered the conversation had started.
We talked about the upcoming events and the big announcement of me now dating Marcus Rashford.
I didn't think my friends would like this that much.
- You have no idea how surprising to me it was. This fella had absolutely no friends, nor do girls like him.- Trent spoke with his scouse accent, that drove everyone crazy.
- Shut up. At least he could find someone, unlike you. Loser.- I stood up for my partner proudly, feeling him put his hand on my knee.
- I'll be back guys, I need to take this call.- Darcy told us and stood up to go answer the phone.
We didn't think much of it, knowing that she's my manager and it could be literally anything. We were given our meals when she came back, and started eating.
That's when I spotted Lando again, and he was with Magui. I shook my head, trying to understand what the hell is going on here, but I couldn't.
I excused myself to go to the bathroom, but instead I came up to the pair and asked:
- Hey, what a coincidence! How are you?- I asked, confusing both of them.
- Great. I came to watch the game, before F1 starts again.- He answered, and looked at both me and Magui.
- I know you from somewhere.- The blonde said to me, making a confused face.
- Duh! I'm a singer, and I'm popular, anyways. I'm here with my friends, and boyfriend. Also going to the game tomorrow. See ya there, yeah?- I forced a smile and came back to my friends, who looked at me in confusion.
- What the hell was that Ella?- Mason asked.
- I'm sick of them, especially her. Did you know that.- I was about to tell them about last night and how João and her literally fucked in their house, but remembered what he asked me before we left.
- Did we know what?- Darcy repeated my question and raised her brow.
- I've got another song! Yeah that's what I wanted to ask.- I awkwardly answered her question and took a sip of my drink.
They seemed to believe me, because the next second we were talking about it. We came back to the hotel right before the trainings.
The rest of the day was boring. I spent most of it in my room, trying to write some lyrics. It wasn't going well so I decided to go for a walk around the hotel.
Trent and Marcus went to practice and took Darcy and Mason with them. I didn't want to do that, so I stayed. I was quite tired as well.
After we came back from the breakfast, I changed back into my sweatpants and changed my shoes to uggs again. I wanted to be comfortable.
The whole hotel was really boujee and beautiful. I felt like I was in a palace. As I walked around the place, I found a beautiful garden.
I decided to check it out and think about stuff there. There's been so many things happening recently, it truly was exhausting.
I sat down on a bench and took out my phone to check my messages. I saw one from the person I never expected a text from.
João Félix ladies and gentlemen.
I glared down at my phone and read the message, answering:
Soon enough my phone started buzzing. I picked up the call and brought my phone to my ear. I furrowed my brows and waited for him to say something.
- Do you know where's Magui by any chance? She hasn't been answering my calls.- He asked.
I felt the anger build in me. I thought that he'd at least ask me if i'm good or even i'd rather have him ask if the rumors about Marcus and I are true.
But this was way too far. I was pissed. I knew exactly where with who, and why wasn't she answering her phone.
- Why the fuck would I know that? I'm not her friend, I don't even follow her on instagram João! Call your other friends who actually care about her too.- I snarled and hang up on him.
I took a few deep breaths in and walked back to my room. Somehow I started having so many ideas for lyrics. It made me mad how every time i'd have no clue what to write, a short talk would give me them.
I focused on my work until my boyfriend came back. It was around 6 p.m, so we decided to order room service than go to a restaurant again.
Around midnight, I had so many thoughts rushing through my mind I felt a strong need to tell someone about them. The only person I could talk to at that moment was Trent.
I made my way to his room, not waking up Marcus, and walking inside when he let me in. He seemed confused but not tired.
- Why are you awake?- I asked.
- Couldn't sleep, why are you?
- Same thing. Look I need to talk to you about something.- I continued, sitting on his bed.
- Listen I don't think it's the right time for you to.- He couldn't finish his sentence, because of someone interrupting.
I looked at the person, walking out of the bathroom with my eyes widened and brows furrowed. It was fucking João. Here in Italy! I could't believe it.
- You've got to be kidding me, Trent.- I spoke through my teeth tightened and gave him an angry look.
- I can't not help! I'm sorry El.- He apologised, but I just smirked and stood up, making my way to the door.
Before I could leave, I felt João taking my wrist and gripping it. I couldn't go anywhere.
- Let me go!- I tried to break free out of his grip, but he was too strong.
I felt tears filling up my eyes, but I didn't want neither of my friends to see it. Especially him.
- Let me tell you something first, and i'll let you go.- He spoke while making strong eye contact with me.
- Fuck you. I don't wanna hear shit from you!- I yelled as he let go off me.
I ran out of their room and went back to mine. I cried when I came back, waking up my boyfriend. He immediately got out of bed and hugged me tightly.
Trent lied to me, João only spoke to me if it was for his own good, and I was stuck in the middle of a school drama that involved my ex and Magui.
I was so tired, and it was just the beginning.
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