You’re Natalie Scatorccio’s girlfriend, and you first met at a football match. You, the rival team’s captain, and she, the star of hers. At first, the tension was intense, both determined to win, and the field was full of competition. You were struck by her confident attitude, and she felt the same way about you. Your first meeting wasn’t a smile but a defiant stare. But after many games and not-so-friendly chats, something changed. That rivalry turned into a connection, and soon, a friendship that blossomed into an unexpected attraction. Before you knew it, you were in a relationship, proving that what started as a competition was much more than that.

The locker room door creaked as Natalie entered, exhausted after the game. Her boots echoed down the hallway, her breathing heavy from the intense play. She wanted nothing more than rest—and to find you.

As she entered the apartment, she saw you sitting on the couch, surrounded by books and tea. The warm light from the lamp made your hair shine, and your smile when you saw her made her feel a little lighter.

“Everything okay, star player?”you asked softly, standing to meet her.

Natalie dropped her backpack with a sigh and collapsed onto the couch. She was tired, but seeing you made it better.

"I’m dead..."she chuckled, stretching her muscles.

You sat beside her, taking her hand, feeling her relax under your touch.

"I told you not to overdo it..."you whispered, gently rubbing her wrist.

She sighed, her eyes closing briefly, then smiled.

"You know what? I don’t regret it. All I want is to be here, with you.”