"I've been in love with you for a year," she admitted. "Over a year actually, but you've never noticed because you never think of me that way." I opened my mouth to try say something, but she put a finger up to stop me. "I've always just been your girl friend you come to when you're feeling down. When you need help. Not your girlfriend, but your friend that's a girl. All I want is you, and every time I think I have any sort of chance with you, a tiny glimpse of hope," she sighed. "You make me remember I never had one." My mouth practically hung open. "Close your mouth puddin', you'll swallow a fly," she said simply, then carried on. After spending four years playing for Chelsea, Ingrid Rasmussen-Grealish knew she needed a change. The heartbreak of losing her third consecutive champions league plagued her mind whenever she would walk through the doors of Cobham training ground. She needed to move on, but didn't know how. Joining Arsenal, on a one year deal seemed to feel right for the Norwegian. She'd see if she could win her beloved trophy and if not, she would go somewhere it was guaranteed. As her journey with Arsenal unfolded, Ingrid found herself facing unexpected challenges off the field. One of her teammates developed feelings for her, causing her to distance herself not only from that individual but also from those who tried to offer their support. In the midst of this emotional turmoil, she found solace in her UCLA Bruins teammates, Jessie Fleming and Mal Pugh. Little did she know, she would soon discover that her heart had been captivated by one of them all along. With the highly anticipated Euros drawing nearer with each passing day, Ingrid finds herself at a crossroads. She must make a difficult decision that will shape her future, forcing her to choose between her past and her future.
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