RaúlThe words echo in my mind. “CALL’ “TEAM” “WORLD TEAM TOURNAMENT”. A movie goes through my head. There are many scenes, in most of them a poor boy struggles every day to be accepted in any sieve of Spanish clubs, and when he was about to give up an opportunity appeared. Hard times. A lot of work, a lot of difficulty. But, I learned that we can't give up on dreams, and to conquer them we have to set pressure, run after, overcome obstacles... It's a long way to make a dream come true, and today I did it. I was summoned. I fulfilled my dream! Different thoughts and sensations invade me, I can barely hold my phone, I just drop it on the bed, my mother and my brothers hug me, I can't hold back the tears.— I'm so proud of you, Raúl! — Says my mother.— You're going to the World Cup, I can't believe it! It's too much! — Javier says excitedly.Everyone hugs me. Eva seems the most emotional, doesn't speak, just cries. I hug her tighter and sit on the bed, everyone sits and I gently pull
Alana“You lied to me”. Raúl's words don't leave my mind. First it was in a dream, and then in his car. I don't know how our situation will turn out, I hope you understand. I hope you understand everything, and don't believe in something that doesn't exist anymore. My feeling for Dani doesn't exist anymore, today, I believe it never existed. There is a lot of movement in my house, since my arrival, until the moment in my room I hear the sound of cars parking in front of our house. Someone knocks on my door.— Who is it?— Daughter, we are in need of your help, soon the rest of the guests will arrive, and you are still... — I open the door.— Is there going to be a party? What are you celebrating?— Today the list of squads for the National Teams comes out, and your brother will probably be on it, so nothing more fitting than a party to celebrate!I completely forgot about that detail. Does Raúl remember this list?[...]Screams of happiness, hugs, tears... There was a lot of emotion i
Raúl — The one who said: Defender, sensation of Real Desportivo de Madrid, celebrates his call up very well!But what is she talking about? Did someone publish an article about yesterday? But how did this happen?— Cariño... I think I know what you're talking about, but it was all a misunderstanding, and...— You mean it was a misunderstanding? You told your little friend about the reason for our disagreement... Was that a misunderstanding?— Like this?— I got a message from an unknown number saying I was very smart... I wanted the forward and the defender at the same time! It's obvious that this malicious message was from his beloved Amália, but it was a misunderstanding, wasn't it?What the hell! Why did I open my mouth? Letting alcohol and anger work for me, those are the worst combinations, you end up doing a lot of shit, and regretting it later... And now, I'm here in front of the woman I love, feeling like the dumbest guy in the world for drinking and talking too much for some
AlanaI knew she wasn't a good person, but not of that quality. It's too audacious to hold my arm, think you can say or do anything to me. I try to free myself and turn to face her. Before I open my mouth to speak, or raise my hand to do anything, someone approaches me and says something.— Leave my friend alone, you cow! Who do you think you are to pull her like that?— And who are you? Her security? he asks ironically.— No, I'm her friend. And I think you better get out of here, because if Alana is controlling herself not to put her hand in your face, I'll do it for her... — Edu speaks in a serious tone of voice, which I don't remember seeing him using since we met.— Don't worry, we're leaving! she says, and finally leaves with her friend.I see them walk away. I look at my friends who stare at me with an affectionate look. And Babi questions Edu ironically.— Since when are you so manly? I even believed...— Oh, how dull, Dona Barbara! I had to defend our friend from this crazy
RaúlI will the position holder?This is some joke, it can't be, it's surreal.I always dreamed of being in the national team, especially in the most important competition in world football, but I never imagined that I would be a starter like that. It's confusing, I feel a mixture of sadness and joy. It must not be easy for Álvarez , an experienced defender, one of the best today, to be cut by such a stupid injury. However, I'm happy for the trust that Dell Castillo is placing in me, it's proof that I've been doing a good job, and that's wonderful!— Sir, I would like to thank you for the trust. And Alvarez already knows? And the team, do they already know?— He already knows, and as for the team, I'll let them know now, in the cafe. You don't need to thank me, you deserve this place, because you've been playing your role in defense very well![...]It's my debut in the competition. I'm nervous, and at the same time confident, if Del Castillo gave me this opportunity, I'm not going to
RaúlI walk away from my family, hoping to catch up with them, but I am stopped by some people, probably relatives of the players. And when I finally manage to pass people, and dodge that movement, Alana is no longer there. Damn it! The feeling of loss takes over me, something I had avoided in recent weeks, as I needed to be focused and concentrated on the Cup. I can't get down now, I need to focus on something else right now, we're in the final... And I want to be world champion!The big day has arrived. I couldn't sleep, I spent the whole night thinking about the game and my story so far. The day before I received several calls. Two of them caught my attention, one was from Fernando telling me about the amount of proposals I was getting from foreign clubs, from companies wanting my participation as a poster boy, and that made me happy, I finally conquered the fame I wanted. And the other call was from Alana. I answered, she said absolutely nothing and hung up. I called back but was
Alana— Raúl! — I say, look in my direction, approach, and extend my hand in greeting. — Congratulations on everything you've accomplished in this Tournament. You were amazing!He just smiles shyly, approaches me and holds my hand. This simple gesture makes my body alert, my desire is to cling to your body, kiss your mouth desperately. Raúl touches my hand lightly, his gaze is intense, I feel naked in front of him. He closes the distance between us, wraps his arms around my waist and hugs me tightly, I return the gesture. It seems like the world stopped for both of us at that moment, I can't hear anything, let alone see anything, it's a unique moment. Unlike my dream, he's not blaming me, we're incredibly connected, and before we say anything, our moment is interrupted by his family. He looks at me as if he wants to ask for something, I move away a little, giving way to his mother and brothers. He is hugged by everyone, but he keeps looking at me, I smile shyly and he smiles back. In
RaúlSince the day we won the title, these last few days have been crazy. I won the title of best defender in the competition alongside Valdéz , many contracts with companies emerged, interviews on various programs, celebrations, there is a lot happening at the same time in my professional life. My personal life, or rather my love life, seems stagnant, I couldn't talk to Alana after winning the title. I need to find her and I think I know the ideal time for that, because even if she's upset, she'll go to the commemoration promoted by the Spanish Football Federation.I arrive at the party practically on time, and I am informed by one of the organizers of the event that the tributes to the Selection would begin in a few minutes. I look around the room and spot her. She is beautiful, with a black dress that highlights her beautiful curves very well and a discreet neckline that leaves the bosom of her breasts a little exposed, and that makes me a little on. Dani approaches my table, waves
Alana6 years laterSitting on the grass, I observe the green immensity around me. Trees, grass, everything is so green. I take a deep breath, I feel a purity in the air and a sense of peace invades my mind, and a childish laugh awakens me from my moment. I look to the side and she looks at me, her face smiling. She approaches me, smiles a lot, holds the ball as if it's something very precious, kicks it lightly in my direction, I reach for it with my hand, and the smile gives way to a closed expression.— Mother, are you better? — he asks in a worried tone.— I am, don't worry, I'm just tired!— So, you have to get out of that chair and master the ball, Dad already explained how to do it...— Julia, the player here at home is your father, understand once and for all!— But you said you'd play with me!— Yes, I said, but I thought you were going to play something else, there are other games and things to do, besides football, daughter!— But I like football, I don't want to play anythi
AlanaA few days passed, but that word echoed in my mind nonstop, I know it was just a dream, but what if it's true? If I really am pregnant, or stay in the next few days? Am I ready to be a mother? What would Raúl's reaction be? There are so many questions in my mind that I couldn't sleep well, I look at the empty space next to me, the bed seems even bigger than it is, Raúl must be at the club by now, while I don't feel like getting up .Sitting at the table, in front of the food, I stare into space. The dream won't get out of my head, and I think I'm going to go crazy if I keep thinking about it. The doorbell rings, snapping me out of my trance. I walk towards the door, and luckily for me, I find Babi's smile. She comes in, talks nonstop, but it's like I can't hear her, I throw myself on the couch, while my friend sits in the armchair next to me.— Alana, can you hear me?— What?— I'm talking to you, and it feels like I'm alone here... What happened?— Sorry , I haven't been sleepi
AlanaSitting by the sea, I watch the waves break up when they reach the sands of the beach. I take a deep breath, face the blue immensity, and a sense of peace invades my mind, my body. A child's smile awakens me from my little trance. I look to the side and look at the smiling face of a small girl who runs towards me, she approaches me, smiles, puts her hands together, offers me a small yellow flower, I reach out to take it, and before it touches, she walks away and runs away without saying anything. It's strange, I feel the need to follow her, I don't know why, but a different feeling takes over me, I can't identify what it is, just that I need to go to the little girl, be close to her. I get up and follow after her, who runs more and more and smiles. Her smile, her black eyes, and her shoulder-length hair remind me of me as a child. She smiles, and when I get closer, she hugs me so tightly, I reciprocate and I feel my heart beat so hard, she loosens up a little and looks at me, op
AlanaFlirt a football player is not easy at all. They are always traveling, training, interviewing, and playing games. And that always happens at some important moments, like my birthday, or someone in the family. Not to mention, when he's famous... Sometimes I miss when Raúl was just another one at Real Madrid, today he's a world football star, even more famous than Dani, he became the team's captain and of the national team, it's beautiful... This attracts a lot of women, from fans to those who want to do well at your expense. I'm jealous, I don't deny it. The amount of women who want to surround my boyfriend is absurd, and I've been controlling myself, I'm not as childish as I used to be. Yeah... I've matured a bit!I decided to gather my friends here at home to make small talk. I still live with my mother and stepfather, by Raúl we were living together, or married, but I tried to put off that idea for a while, I love him, but with a step like that comes big responsibilities, and
RaúlSince the day we won the title, these last few days have been crazy. I won the title of best defender in the competition alongside Valdéz , many contracts with companies emerged, interviews on various programs, celebrations, there is a lot happening at the same time in my professional life. My personal life, or rather my love life, seems stagnant, I couldn't talk to Alana after winning the title. I need to find her and I think I know the ideal time for that, because even if she's upset, she'll go to the commemoration promoted by the Spanish Football Federation.I arrive at the party practically on time, and I am informed by one of the organizers of the event that the tributes to the Selection would begin in a few minutes. I look around the room and spot her. She is beautiful, with a black dress that highlights her beautiful curves very well and a discreet neckline that leaves the bosom of her breasts a little exposed, and that makes me a little on. Dani approaches my table, waves
Alana— Raúl! — I say, look in my direction, approach, and extend my hand in greeting. — Congratulations on everything you've accomplished in this Tournament. You were amazing!He just smiles shyly, approaches me and holds my hand. This simple gesture makes my body alert, my desire is to cling to your body, kiss your mouth desperately. Raúl touches my hand lightly, his gaze is intense, I feel naked in front of him. He closes the distance between us, wraps his arms around my waist and hugs me tightly, I return the gesture. It seems like the world stopped for both of us at that moment, I can't hear anything, let alone see anything, it's a unique moment. Unlike my dream, he's not blaming me, we're incredibly connected, and before we say anything, our moment is interrupted by his family. He looks at me as if he wants to ask for something, I move away a little, giving way to his mother and brothers. He is hugged by everyone, but he keeps looking at me, I smile shyly and he smiles back. In
RaúlI walk away from my family, hoping to catch up with them, but I am stopped by some people, probably relatives of the players. And when I finally manage to pass people, and dodge that movement, Alana is no longer there. Damn it! The feeling of loss takes over me, something I had avoided in recent weeks, as I needed to be focused and concentrated on the Cup. I can't get down now, I need to focus on something else right now, we're in the final... And I want to be world champion!The big day has arrived. I couldn't sleep, I spent the whole night thinking about the game and my story so far. The day before I received several calls. Two of them caught my attention, one was from Fernando telling me about the amount of proposals I was getting from foreign clubs, from companies wanting my participation as a poster boy, and that made me happy, I finally conquered the fame I wanted. And the other call was from Alana. I answered, she said absolutely nothing and hung up. I called back but was
RaúlI will the position holder?This is some joke, it can't be, it's surreal.I always dreamed of being in the national team, especially in the most important competition in world football, but I never imagined that I would be a starter like that. It's confusing, I feel a mixture of sadness and joy. It must not be easy for Álvarez , an experienced defender, one of the best today, to be cut by such a stupid injury. However, I'm happy for the trust that Dell Castillo is placing in me, it's proof that I've been doing a good job, and that's wonderful!— Sir, I would like to thank you for the trust. And Alvarez already knows? And the team, do they already know?— He already knows, and as for the team, I'll let them know now, in the cafe. You don't need to thank me, you deserve this place, because you've been playing your role in defense very well![...]It's my debut in the competition. I'm nervous, and at the same time confident, if Del Castillo gave me this opportunity, I'm not going to
AlanaI knew she wasn't a good person, but not of that quality. It's too audacious to hold my arm, think you can say or do anything to me. I try to free myself and turn to face her. Before I open my mouth to speak, or raise my hand to do anything, someone approaches me and says something.— Leave my friend alone, you cow! Who do you think you are to pull her like that?— And who are you? Her security? he asks ironically.— No, I'm her friend. And I think you better get out of here, because if Alana is controlling herself not to put her hand in your face, I'll do it for her... — Edu speaks in a serious tone of voice, which I don't remember seeing him using since we met.— Don't worry, we're leaving! she says, and finally leaves with her friend.I see them walk away. I look at my friends who stare at me with an affectionate look. And Babi questions Edu ironically.— Since when are you so manly? I even believed...— Oh, how dull, Dona Barbara! I had to defend our friend from this crazy