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[m1dfielder]

"I can't deny that." Jo answered, knowing full well what Xander was saying. He's seen it in the news but thankfully it was less so an issue here, it was elsewhere he couldn't entirely speak on. His other comment made the blond's brow arch before letting out a chuckle. "I know that, trust me, but it is very helpful when you do. But we are a team, anything we can all do to help score, the better."

"They do take it seriously. But sometimes they take it too far. And then it ruins it for everyone else who are not even involved." Xander replied. "I am glad that you think that. We do need to win more." He said. "Oh, come on. We are a team. There can be times when I don't even score...or assist."

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[m1dfielder]

Jo knew he could lean on the other's shoulders, the man was family to him and that was even before he started seeing Davina. If anything, they had gotten closer which wasn't something the blond thought would be possible. What he was thankful for, however, was that the nature of their relationship hadn't changed. Then again, why would it? He had helped push him to take that step with his cousin and now here they were. It was the one positive he could say about this season so far, finding her. Everything else felt like it had been staked against him from the moment the new coach was hired. Jo knew he didn't like him from the beginning, not that he could figure out why. As far as he knew, he had been doing everything right but that man was dead set on throwing Jo under the bus every chance he got despite some of his better games. Of course he hadn't been in his best form either, but he could account for the mismanagement of him and his talent as well. It was all a mess. Thankfully he had people in his corner that mattered more to him. And that was something he greatly appreciated, trying to show it in his own way at the same time. "Yeah, I think that's a good idea. I will take you up on that." He says with a small nod of his head and a smile to accompany it. "I do want to improve, always. It's why I am practicing on my own too. Since he wants me at right back then I need to brush up on that." He shrugs, knowing the other understood doing what was needed. He often did in games and Jo fully trusted the keeper to make those calls despite what others outside thought. A chuckle left him as he once more nodded in agreement. "No I know, you're the only one I trust to do that. You invented it after all." It was true, it was something Jo had watched when he was younger even before joining the club. "Even if sometimes it makes my heart stop just a little bit." A small tease with a nudge. "But I know you can read those situations without issue. Most of the time."

              he  loved  the  team  –  loved  the  game.  despite  the  rough  moments  ,  he  did  what  he  could  to  help  sooth  those  moments  out.  that  was  one  thing  that  made  him  good  at  being  captain.  along  with  his  smart  decision  making  and  other  leadership  qualities.   and  he  knew  that  most  on  the  team  looked  up  to  him  as  a  mentor.  jo  being  one  of  them.  as  well  as  a  brother  figure.  he  adored  the  midfielder  maybe  a  bit  more  than  most  of  the  others  on  the  team.  but  that  was  also  because  of  how  much  time  they  were  around  one  another  and  the  fact  that  now  ,  he  was  soon  to  be  apart  of  his  actual  family.  especially  since  he  was  dating  Davina.  that  already  made  him  that  though.   jo  hadn't  had  a  great  season.  it  wasn't  just  season  wise  but  –  also  the  criticism  he  continuously  got.  Alex  had  been  there  but  maybe  not  as  bad  as  jo.  but  there  was  a  time  when  it  got  leaked  to  the  media  that  he  was  signing  with  Bayern  –  the  fans  hated  him.  at  least  until  they  saw  him  in  their  own  goal  and  Bayern  had  won.  jo  getting  thrown  under  the  bus  by  their  current  coach  though  –  that  was  another  story  he  hadn't  been  through.  but  seeing  his  friend  and  teammate  having  to  deal  with  it  ,  made  him  want  to  speak  up  more.   ❝   great  then.  i'll  even  grill.  and  –  you  can  get  some  time  with  vee.  after  though.  ❞  the  goalkeeper  grinned.   he  meant  his  words  though.    ❝   no  need  to  thank  me.  you  know  i'm  honest  and  I  know  you're  not  the  giving  up  type.  we'll  work  on  things.  there  is  always  room  for  improvement.  ❞     on  the  topic  of  risky  ,  Alex  was  notarious  for  it.  and  sometimes  that  landed  him  in  hot  water  after  the  game  –  when  it  came  to  lockerroom  speeches.  however  ,  it  was  just  his  thing.  something  he'd  always  done.  and  he  wasn't  planning  on  stopping  now.   a  laugh  came  from  him  before  he  shrugged.  ❝  let's  be  honest  ,  no  one  could  pull  what  I  do  off.  period.  they  try  but  –  it  doesn't  work  well.  ❞

[m1dfielder]

There were so many reasons he found himself falling more and more in love with her. The way she was so determined and dedicated while being caring and positive, there was no one else like her. She was with him through the ups and downs of this season and this was a season that was filled with that more than any other since he joined Bayern. Sure, he's had his dark moments and that was more with the national team rather than Bayern, but now he had her here with him to help with Bayern now. This trip was just another way for the two to remain close, be there for one another as they worked at their job. But of course they also couldn't help but give into personal temptations as well. It was team building but it also didn't just have to be with his teammates but with her as well. It was how he currently found himself now in her room with what little free time the two had before dinner was to be served with the whole time. If they arrived a little behind schedule then so be it, because right now it couldn't be helped and the way both looked was not how they would like to be in front of other people. They had an hour, maybe a little more and he knew the both of them were of the same mindset that the time would be taken for them to enjoy one another and to be ready in time before they got in trouble. However, right now, he couldn't help but be focused solely on her and her needs. It was no doubt obvious in how he kept her close, lips claimed over and over as he pressed against her.

Jo was more than happy the two found themselves here and now. After the want to take things slow, the desire to learn one another and not go beyond that until the time was right, all of it had been worth it. All in all, it only made every intimate moment between them seem more and more. His smile was genuine, these acts done for pleasure but more importantly because they loved one another. It was obvious in the way he looked at her, the smile that pulled at his lips before a low moan left him as he felt her take him in. This felt perfect, every single time it felt perfect. This was where they were meant to be "You always do, Schatz." He says in a breathy response, letting her finish her adjustment before beginning to move. After waiting for as long as they had, finally getting to be with one another after a few days then this was heaven and he needed to make up for lost time. His movements not doubt showed her that, the more he thrust in and out of her. His pace ever increasing as time went on, the fingers digging into his skin along with her words told him enough. Clearly he was getting the message nad had no signs of stopping, instead only moving harder and faster. Lips found her's again, the two as close as they could be while enjoying how they felt pressed together. He wasn't sure how long they had been spending their time in the sheets of her hotel bed before he feels her tighten around him. His own curse leaving his lips as she bites into his shoulder. Jo knew what that meant and it didn't stop him from moving, instead thrusting and moving through her orgasm. "I had no intentions of stopping." He mumbles against her lips when she frees herself from his shoulder. A mark he his teammates would no doubt comment during this little team trip. However, he knew he was close but he wasn't going to stop until he had her cum again and only then would he finish.

               she  still  had  quite  a  ways  to  go  when  it  came  to  learning  German  and  the  culture  there  but  she  was  learning  quick.  which  ,  it  also  helped  to  have  others  there  ,  teaching  her  and  introducing  her  to  things.   that  included  the  team.  she  was  basically  their  sister  for  the  most  part.  and  the  majority  of  them  treated  her  that  way.  it  didn't  take  her  long  to  warm  up  to  nearly  all  the  players.  and  then  there  was  schooling  –  she  had  learned  to  balance  that  and  working  with  the  team.  something  that  seemed  to  be  very  respected.  Davina  found  herself  wanting  to  constantly  be  around  joshua.  and  that  even  meant  those  times  when  he  was  low.  after  all  ,  they'd  became  official  at  this  point  and  she  made  a  promise  to  him  that  no  matter  what  ,  she  would  be  there  for  him.  supporting  him.   aware  of  how  busy  he'd  be  ,  she  wasn't  going  to  shy  away  from  moments  like  this.  time  together  a  bit  on  the  tighter  side  and  she  was  so  understanding  of  that.  after  all,  this  trip  was  for  team  building.  but  that  didn't  mean  they  couldn't  steal  an  hour  or  two  away  just  to  cater  to  what  each  other  desired.  in  this  case  ,  each  other.  and  the  way  their  lips  claimed  to  one  another's  in  a  heated  manner  only  meant  one  thing  –  the  next  hour  in  a  half  would  be  spent  making  each  other  feel  good. 

       funny  how  all  of  this  started  off  –  slowly  and  how  insecure  she  was  to  allow  herself  to  be  completely  naked  the  first  time  they  messed  around.  and  here  she  was  ,  completely  comfortable.  as  he  was  with  her.   feeling  herself  stretch  around  him  ,  she  couldn't  help  but  purse  her  lips  and  let  a  hum  vibrate  her  throat.  the  feeling  never  got  old  –  it  was  one  that  always  felt  as  if  it  was  a  relief.  lips  forming  into  a  grin  and  she  let  out  a  small  chuckle  at  the  sound  of  his  whispered  curse.   ❝  I  feel  that  good  ,  huh?  ❞   she  knew  the  answer  but  hearing  him  actually  say  it  –  even  more  of  a  confidence  boost  for  her.   after  a  moment  ,  she  noticed  the  smirk  forming  and  the  harshness  of  his  thrust  into  her  caused  her  to  whimper.   most  certainly  ,  setting  the  mood  for  how  all  of  this  would  go.  and  she  was  looking  forward  to  it  all.  finger  nails  gently  digging  into  his  shoulders  before  feeling  him  move  slower  .   ❝   I  know  –  then  take  advantage  of  what  time  we  do  have  ,  baby  .  ❞   she  breathed  before  feeling  him  thrust  harsh  once  again.  legs  tightening  around  his  waist,  wanting  to  feel  every  inch  of  him.  lips  met  his  before  her  hands  moved  from  his  shoulders  ,  and   gripped  the  sheets  beneath  them.  each  thrust  ,  bringing  out  moans  ,  gasps  and  labored  breathing  against  his  lips  before  she  felt  herself  caving  –  walls  tightening  around  his  cock  .  ❝  j--josh  .  .  .  .  holy  fuck  !  ❞  kiss  broke  before  she  leaned  forward  ,  biting  down  a  bit  on  his  shoulder  as  her   arousal  let  loose.   both  a  wave  of  pleasure  and  relief.  however  ,  she  didn't  want  him  to  stop  –  eyes  locked  onto  his  before  lips  met  his  again  ,  feeling  him  continue  thrusting  into  her  fast  .   ❝  fuck  ,  you  feel  so  incredible.  keep  going  ,  baby  .  .  .   ❞  the  urge  to  start  moaning  his  name  –  growing  each  second   and  it  was  hard  not  to  do  so  –  to  not  scream  ,  instead  she  moaned  more  against  his  lips  feeling  herself  wanting  to  cum  for  him  again.   

[m1dfielder]

It was true, the two didn't hang around one another as often as they no doubt would like but there was a good reason for that. At least in his mind there was, even if he knew it wasn't something he should use for much longer to keep the two friends apart. Sure him having a girlfriend now meant that time had to be split but that wasn't going to stop them from hanging out. It was jut right now he had been bad at spending time outside of her with others. Jo was just glad the other wasn't mad at him for it. He knew Davina would understand if he took a knight to hang out with his friends, there was no worry there, but the two just had a hard time not being caught up in one another most of the time. Now, however, he would try his best to make time for more things. "He's been a legend. He is, I'm just glad we got to play with and know him." But that would be enough talking up Alex for now in his mind, no doubt his ears were ringing by the two's conversation already. But he was happy to hear the other wasn't actually upset with him, even if he felt a little guilty. "No I know, but still. I can't forget about you guys too. I'm working on how to balance both again." He shrugs though what else he says registers in the mind of the midfielder, causing him to give a small shove to the larger figure.

"Hey be careful there." Jo chuckles as he shakes his head. "But thanks, I mean we want it to work. I am not questioning any of it so I'd say we are safe on that." It was nice actually being happy in his personal life for once as of late. Ever since his last engagement ended, Jo hadn't really been of the positive attitude when it came to him but tried his best to leave it away from the pitch. "Wait you heard them talking? So you knew too? Was that before everything between Vee and me?" Trying to get everything together was like putting a puzzle piece into place with each piece of information. How many people knew that the two had feelings for one another before he even made a move? Jo hadn't thought he was that obvious or at least it hadn't been in general. A hand lifts to run through short blond hair. "So most of you were in on this plan." His head shakes finding it unbelievable that so many would be in on this without even accidentally letting a word slip to him. Arms moved to cross over his chest as he looked at Nik and then away as he lets out a huff. "Well, nice to know it was that obvious to everyone." It's a weak smile but it was there nonetheless. "Well, at least it all worked out." It's half mumbled with a small chuckle. "But thank you, honestly. I mean that's the goal right? Dating to marry and so far I can see that. And of course you would be, who else??"

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               he  missed  how  much  the  two  of  them  use  to  hang  around  but  nik  understood.  Jo  had  someone  now.  someone  who  made  him  so  very  happy  and  that  made  the  other  midfielder  happy  for  him.  he  deserved  that.  after  everything  he'd  been  through  the  last  year  –  on  top  of  a  season  that  seemed  to  be  a  let  down.  regardless,  the  two  of  them  would  have  a  guy's  night  sometime.  and  nik  wanted  to  make  sure  Jo  knew  not  to  feel  bad  for  spending  less  time  with  him.  ❝  damn  right.  very  lucky.  he's  already  a  legend  .  the  guy  is  all  class  on  and  off  the  pitch.  ❞  nik  replied  before  shooting  the  other  a  playful  glare  in  return.  ❝  i'm  kidding,  Jo.  take  all  the  time  you  need  with  one  another.  that  helps  with  the  getting  to  know  one  another  process.  not  to  mention,  the  suspense  of  certain  wonders?  ja  –  you  two  are  being  smart  on  that.  don't  wanna  rush  into  all  that  and  it  not  work.  which  ,  by  the  way  –  judging  by  the  way  you've  been  lately,  I  can  see  it  working  out  for  sure.  ❞  he  couldn't  help  but  point  out  how  much  more  livelier  Joshua  had  been  and  how  the  midfielder  seemed  far  less  down  when  it  came  to  romantic  topics.   a  laugh  came  from  him  as  Jo  shoved  him  a  little.  ❝  holy  fuck,  really?   that  explains  things  though.  I  know  he  shut  a  guy  out  a  few  weeks  ago  ,  out  for  trying  to  get  him  to  talk  to  Davina  for  him.  which  had  me  and  king  a  bit  confused.  we  didn't  know  though.  not  until  like  a  week  later.  when  Ansel  and  him  were  talking.  we  overheard  a  bit.  ❞  he  couldn't  help  but  grin,  shoving  him  in  return.  ❝  figured  I  wouldn't  question  you  about  it  until  you  brought  it  up  and  all.  but  ja,  it  worked  out  perfectly  then.  you  like  her  ,  she  likes  you.   ❞  nik  couldn't  help  but  hope  one  day,  he'd  have  something  like  what  his  friend  and  vee  had.  for  now  though,  his  attention  was  on  trying  to  improve  considering  this  season  was  just  not  too  kind  to  him.  an  eyebrow  raised  towards  the  other  before  he  folded  his  arms  over  his  chest.  ❝  jealousy  and   women  in  bikinis  will  do  that  to  someone.  trust  me,  it  was  very  noticed  by  some  of  the  other  guys  at  alex's  party.  and  oktoberfest?  Bambi  pointed  it  out  quick.  he  hasn't  recalled  seeing  you  look  at  someone  the  way  you  looked  at  her.  ❞  he  chuckled.  ❝  but  seriously,  bruder.  I  am  so  happy  for  you  and  her.  you  deserve  that  happiness.  if  there  ends  up  being  wedding  bells  in  the  future,  I  better  be  a  groomsman.  ❞

[m1dfielder]

With the way everything had been building up, how it was all weighing on his shoulders, he was bound to cave in at some point. He just hadn't known when or what would be the last straw. It seemed he had found out with the most recent loss. What he hadn't expected was for that to impact her in the way it had, so used to dealing with this on his own. His ex hadn't seemed to care, maybe that should have been a sign, but things hadn't been that bad before. The loss in the World Cup the most devastating until now, the worst season he has ever experienced where nothing seemed to go right. Now he was seeing the results of his actions, in the relationship that had been new for the both of them. Sure she understood to an extent but he took things much more to heart than some of his teammates, no doubt that was obvious by now. Though he knows he should have said something before instead of leaving her all of this guess work that could cause her mind to spiral. He was mad at himself for that, wanting nothing more than to make up for it.

Jo knew this could have been handled better, he was seeing that now more than ever. Bambi no doubt handled this loss better than him, Alex too, but she knew how they processed those things and now he had left her out to dry when it comes to his own. As much as she was around him, she wasn't around him every minute of every day. Still, that wasn't an excuse to shut her out. Seeing her hurt, the way she thought all of this had been her doing, made him realize there were things he could work on better. Sure, losses were still going to hurt but he shouldn't do this again. "Davina...that wasn't it." He says calmly, trying to soothe her anger as best as he can as he hold her hands. "We did, I know that, I'm just...I'm not used to have that around when I hit what feels like rock bottom. Especially after having no one around for the last year outside of the team and they know how I process." It wasn't an excuse for his behavior but it was an honest answer. His head shakes after doing his best continue his calming manner. "I'm going to make up for it, okay?" Hopefully she knew he meant that. His hand falls from her cheek, more so back to his side while the other continued to hold her hand tightly in his. "Yeah....I'm still not fully together but I don't want you hurt, or to think this was you." He knew he said it multiple times already but he wanted to drive that point home. So it was a bit of a relief to see she was beginning to understand that. A small chuckle and smile pulled at his lips as she came up with solutions in her usually adorably shy way. His hand gave her's a squeeze as he nodded. "I'd like to see what art you've done. Your talent always blows me away, Schatz. Always."

                        she  maybe  shouldn't  have  jumped  to  thinking  it  was  all  her.  she  knew  how  most  everyone  on  the  team  got  when  it  came  to  losses.  hell,  alex  was  the  same  way.  he  often  stayed  in  a  sour  mood  for  days  –  and  closed  himself  off.  and  jo  was  much  like  him  in  that  aspect.  still,  she  couldn't  help  but  think  it  was  her  –  and  the  fact  that  he  ignored  her,  hurt  quite  a  lot.  because  she  wanted  to  be  there  for  him.  wanted  to  reach  out  and  try  to  make  him  feel  better.  in  any  way  that  was  possible.   so  yeah  ,  seeing  him  talk  to  Alex  but  not  gun  for  her  sort  of  rubbed  her  the  wrong  way.  and  of  course  ,  she  couldn't  stay  mad  at  him  for  long.  not  when  she  was  so  damn  in  love  with  him  and  just  seeing  him  made  her  happy.   Davina  still  let  it  be  known  to  him  that  she  was  hurt  by  his  actions.  and  it  hadn't  gone  unnoticed.   

            an  eyebrow  raised  as  her  gaze  held  on  him.  Bambi  told  her  everything.  how  could  he  not?  they  were  best  friends  after  all.   however  –  he  apparently  left  out  some  of  the  details  concerning  what  the  hell  was  going  on  with  the  team.   Alex  wasn't  talking  much  either  and  honestly,  it  was  exhausting  as  hell  to  be  in  the  dark.  and  to  end  up  overthinking  everything.   ❝  then  what?  you  shut  me  the  hell  out  the  first  chance  you  get  when  things  done  work  out  ?  I  thought  we  made  a  promise  to  one  another  to  be  there  for  each  other  –  even  when  things  are  tough.   ❞  she  couldn't  stop  the  words  from  coming  out  –  hurt  still  straining  in  her  voice.   she  didn't  move  as  he  closed  the  gap  between  the  two  and  took  her  hands  into  his.  eyes  glancing  down  at  them  before  flickering  back  up  to  his.   after  a  minute  of  silence  ,  she  finally  let  out  a  heavy  sigh.  ❝  it's  –  fine.  ❞  Davina  replied  before  his  hand  let  go  of  one  of  her's  and  lifted  to  wipe  a  tear  from  her  cheek.  she  couldn't  help  but  fall  into  his  touch  –  she  loved  it.  the  way  he  had  such  an  affect  on  her.  eyes  stared  into  his  as  his  hand  cupped  her  cheek.   ❝   of  course  I  will.  I  want  to  .  ❞   there  were  several  ways  to  help  –  and  she  would  do  whatever  for  him.  taking  a  step  forward  ,  she  glanced  at  his  lips.  ❝  are  –  you  still  having  a  lot  going  on  in  your  head  ?  because  ummm  .  .  .  ❞  she  glanced  towards  the  stairs  that  led  upstairs  ,  towards  her  room  before  looking  back  at  him.   ❝  want  to  ?  I  mean  –  we  can  just  kiss.  we  don't  have  to  .  .  .  unless  you  want  to.   also  ,  there's  some  art  i've  been  working  on  .  .  .  might  cheer  you  up?  ❞ 

[m1dfielder]

There's a nod as he walks forward, half leading the way while making sure the other wasn't too far off as they walked.The nudge, however, made the German let out a laugh as he kept walking. Jaime was clearly looking forward to it and honestly Jo couldn't blame him at all. "Ja, each room is different so whatever you want to listen to or dance to I guess." He looks over at the other, his own grin growing. Somehow the other's excitement was infectious. "Nein, which ever you want to go to will be fine. I've been plenty of times so I'll let you decide. Do you have a preference? Club or electronic I guess, techno, hip hop, or just party hits?"

"I insist," Jamie doubles down. He's good at keeping a level head. And it's just clubbing, Jamie fucking loves clubbing, he's been to Ibiza a handful of times, he's sure he'll be fine. Jamie nudges Jo's arm with his own, his eyes bright with excitement. "Different DJs, I'm guessing?" he says without the context of the fact that he's asking what makes the rooms different. Jo'll catch on. He follows at Jo's side, refusing to fall behind him even if he doesn't know exactly where he's going. "D'you have any preference about the rooms?"

[m1dfielder]

"Fingers crossed for sure." Jo finds himself saying, though he knew it was better to just let people talk and ignore it. That was his tactic and it was also why he was barely on social media to begin with. "...You didn't think we said that here or know what it is?" His brow furrowed a bit as head tilted to the side. He lets it slide for a moment to answer his next question with a shrug. "Do you mean professionally, in general, or with Bayern?" He asks. "Because I've been with Bayern since 2015 but I've been playing since I was a little kid. Yourself?"

“Yeah, I hope so. Fingers crossed.”  For a moment a smile crosses his face, but it’s quickly replaced by an expression of mild confusion.  “Is that still a saying here?”  Maybe it isn’t and this guy has no idea why he just said that. Why do they say fingers crossed? It’s not like crossing your fingers actually does anything. That’s not the point. They have other things to talk about.  “So, how long have you been playing?”

[m1dfielder]

His brow arches but the smile doesn't fade, he was in too good of a mood. Mainly because he really did miss being on the pitch and in his comeback he had an actual good game. It had come together, in his mind anyway. Besides, he knew there was no insult there. This was just how their friendship went. "Natürlich. It is written all over your face." A tease of his own. "Ja, I didn't think they did." This time a small chuckle leaves him before he shrugs. "Just a bit, that and since I'm in such a good mood because of my play. It just all came out."

“Oh yeah, couldn’t you tell? I’m ecstatic,”  she says dryly, with an equally bland expression to match. Even if she’s friends with him, a good game for Bayern means a harder time for Dortmund, after all. She can’t start rooting against her favorite team’s interests. But between them, personally, there’s no hard feelings. A smile crosses her face.  “Well, the lyrics didn’t help. What, was the song so stuck in your head that the words just fell out of your mouth?”

[m1dfielder]

Alex was a mentor to everyone, something that the entire team was thankful for because there was a wealth of knowledge and experience there that could be taken advantage of at any given time. It was something Jo used as often as he could considering he saw the other as a mentor and older brother. This was something Jo would be forever grateful for, even when he was down he could count on Alex to be there for him. That included now when he was going through several things of his own, the criticism from outside voices being the worst. No one was perfect, everyone had bad games and missteps no matter how hard they tried. It couldn't be helped and yet they had to pick it all up and learn how to do better the next day. It wasn't easy being a footballer but Jo wasn't going to trade that life for anything. Even if right now it seemed Jo couldn't do anything right in the eyes of the media or fans. He knew there were some out there but they were nearly drowned out. The blond just had to do better at ignoring them than before. It would have been easier to handle if he had some backup but it only fell to Alex, both only could do so much in the end. It had to fall to ignoring it over all, but he appreciated how Alex was there for him. Still, he was surprised at the offer. Jo's brow furrowed a moment before nodding as how could he turn down the chance? "Yeah, yeah, I'll be there." It was once more just another example of how kind and how much of a leader Alex was. His smile grew just a bit bigger at the kind words, no doubt the taller figure knowing how much that meant to him in the moment. "Thank you, that means a lot. If I did give up, I know I wouldn't be here." His head turned, looking over at him now after the small shove given. "I know you do, it gives us a heart attack sometimes, bruder." He was serious about that. "But unlike other goalkeepers, I trust you still when you do that."

@diemauer

  the  goalkeeper  would  never  give  a  teammate  criticism  for  no  reason.  and  most  of  the  team  who  knew  how  he  was,  knew  that  already.  Alex  was  one  of  the  players  who  had  been  on  the  pitch  the  longest.  which  made  him  fairly  knowledgeable  when  it  came  to  the  game.  that  didn't  mean  though  that  he  didn't  have  his  fuck  ups.  those  happened.  he  wasn't  perfect  and  sometimes  he  received  criticism  for  it  as  well.  it  only  made  him  want  to  correct  whatever  it  was  that  he  messed  up.  strive  harder  and  become  better.  Jo  took  things  a  bit  harder  that  he  did  though  when  it  came  to  criticism.  but  often,  with  good  reason.  lately  it  seemed  that  he  got  nothing  but  that.  and  Alex  was  rather  annoyed  by  it.  simply  because  he  hadn't  done  really  anything  at  all  to  deserve  it.  sure,  this  hadn't  been  his  best  season  but  it  also  hasn't  been  anyone  on  the  team's  best  season.    and  something  else  the  goalkeeper  noticed  was  the  fact  that  no  one  seemed  to  defend  the  midfielder  outside  of  him.  he  couldn't  quite  understand  it.  seeing  his  friend  and  teammate  constantly  get  thrown  under  the  bus  was  exhausting.  and  no  matter  what,  Alex  made  sure  to  constantly  take  up  for  him  each  chance  he  was  able  to.  Alex  frowned  a  bit  towards  the  other,  knowing  he  wasn't  being  honest.  still,  he  wasn't  going  to  push  that.  ❝  you  will  be.  for  now  ,  we  can  work  on  things.  how  about  this  weekend  sometime,  you  swing  by?  ❞  he  asked,  shooting  him  a  soft  smile.  no  doubt  about  it,  Jo  was  one  of  the  most  determined  players  on  the  team.  and  his  hard  work  often  paid  off.  a  small  chuckle  came  from  alex  once  again.  ❝  you're  right  but  that's  why  I  don't  doubt  you  ,  bruder.  you  never  give  up.  ❞  and  he  meant  that.  he  never  doubted  the  other.  he  knew  that  Joshua  would  get  better  due  to  how  hungry  he  was.  ❝  I  can't  make  any  promises  but  we'll  see.  i'll  keep  my  faith.  ❞  Alex  laughed  as  the  other  shoved  him  playfully.  ❝  insane  huh?  I  get  that  a  lot.  but  hey  ,  I  enjoy  it.  sometimes  I  like  to  play  the  risky  game.  ❞    

[m1dfielder]

It felt natural, being by her side. Time spent with her was never a chore but something he thoroughly looked forward to doing. It was why he was always excited thinking of where to take her, what to do, what to show her. This had been one of the top ones, seeing as he wasn't with her at the time of Oktoberfest. This was tied up there for him for favorite time of the year and he was more than ready to show her why. Even if everything already felt so natural with her, he couldn't help the way his heart hammered away in his chest when they spent time together. Maybe it was because he wanted everything to go perfectly for her, no mistakes, and that she enjoyed it all. Of course the dates were planned with that in mind, but he couldn't control everything. All Jo knew for sure was, he didn't want to mess anything up with her. Not when he felt this level of connection with someone, more than he had with his previous fiancée. There's a chuckle that leaves the midfielder as he nods, knowing what Davina meant because in a way he was experiencing it too. "Yeah, but that's how he shows he cares. I'd like to think since we both experience it with him." Jo replies, his smile remaining as he showed this wasn't something she was alone in. Hell, everything he told her had been done so with honesty. The last several months, even before the real dating took place, had been the truth. Nothing had been hidden from her. The kiss only caused his smile to grow more, something he didn't think possible but always managed to do with him. "Oh a year?" He teased a bit, squeezing her hand. "I believe I will." She wasn't the only one who saw this long term.

"Of course you're still learning you've only been here not even half a year." He replied, wanting to show there was no pressure. This was her life and a new huge adjustment on top of it. He didn't expect her to know everything right away. Besides, he was more than happy to answer her questions when she asked. This might be one of the easier things to show her that was tradition outside of what she already saw earlier in the year. Tourists came from that and this and now this would just be something that was a part of her home to enjoy at her leisure. Well, and with him. This didn't have to be their only stop at the market. That and there were others they could go to on different days. "Davina." He turns his head to look at her more. "You don't have to be nervous, you've spent a good amount of time with me. It's okay." He says with a warm smile, ironic how he couldn't listen to himself. If anything he wanted to see her relax and he knew as the night went on that she would. She'd settle in, find her comfort and groove as they moved about the market and had food and drink. And it was why he was letting her dictate where and what they got first as they got closer. "Currywurst? Yeah sure, I don't see why not. And I can't blame you, it's very good." He chuckled with a nod as they kept walking. "Ja, it is why I'm not worried about time. We can do what we want here, enjoy it, take our time and do what interests you." Finally the doors to the train opened the two were able to make their exit as children ran by, him taking her hand to move through it all until they got up the stairs and to the market itself. Thankfully, it wasn't at all far, if anything it was right next to it.

"Of course I do, who wouldn't?" He answers, as if it is obvious. "Oh..me? I mean food, drink, some of the games are fun." Jo shrugs. "The little shops are cute. I just enjoy the feeling over all I think." He leads her out of the station and moves a bit to the side so she could take in the cool air and the view of the tree with lights on all the vendors set up. "Well, was it what you imagined?"

                               being  happy  about  him  didn't  even  begin  to  cover  how  she  really  felt  about  him.  sure  she  was  very  happy  but  also  ,  excited.  and  for  once  felt  desired.   every  moment  with  the  midfielder  ,  she  found  herself  never  wanting  to  be  away  from  him.  and  wanting  to  experience  everything  with  him.  he  made  things  fun  and  made  her  smile  every  step  of  the  way.   marriage  was  certainly  crossing  her  mind  already.  though,  that  was  something  she  didn't  want  to  bring  up.  not  yet  anyways.  out  of  the  fear  of  making  him  uncomfortable.  she  wasn't  fully  sure  if  that  was  something  he  wanted.  sure,  they  knew  how  bad  they  wanted  one  another  but  marriage  was  a  huge  step.  and  from  what  she  gathered  ,  majority  of  men  cringed  at  that  sort  of  talk.  especially  this  early  into  a  relationship.  she  smiled  as  he  spoke  before  letting  out  a  small  laugh.  ❝  he's  great  though.  even  if  I  want  to  fight  him  sometimes  for  the  amount  of  teasing  I  endure  daily.  ❞  Davina  replied  ,  rolling  her  eyes.  at  his  command  ,  she  looked  at  him  with  a  soft  smile.  his  words  ,  being  ever  so  perfect  as  normal.  the  honesty  in  his  voice.  she  believed  him.  but  hell,  she's  never  doubted  anything  he's  said  since  meeting  him.  nodding  ,  she  leaned  in,  placing  a  chaste  kiss  to  his  lips.  ❝  i'm  glad  and  I  hope  you  can  say  that  same  thing  to  me  in  a  year.  ❞  she  replied  softly.   the  growing  urge  to  blurt  out  that  she  loved  him  –  seemed  to  never  end.  especially  moments  like  this.  instead  ,  she  swallowed  hard  before  straightening  herself  up  and  smiling  at  him.   ❝  you  haven't  been  wrong  at  all.  I  can't  say  the  same  for  myself.  you  know  i'm  still  learning.  ❞  Davina  said.  no  doubt  ,  she  knew  she  was  going  to  love  it.  this  time  of  the  year  was  always  magical  in  its  own  way.  maybe  more  this  year  considering  where  she  was  and  the  fact  that  she  felt  more  at  home  than  she  had  ever  felt  in  her  entire  life.   another  chuckle  fell  from  her  as  he  pulled  her  onto  the  train  and  lead  her  to  an  area  to  stand.  ❝  can  you  blame  me  for  being  a  bit  nervous?  ❞  not  that  she  was  going  to  go  full  detail  with  why.  a  new  place  in  some  ways,  loads  of  people,  a  night  of  hoping  she  wouldn't  screw  anything  up  .  .  .  and  the  fact  that  she  didn't  want  to  be  overly  nervous  on  the  way  back  to  his  place.  confidence  was  key.  she  had  to  remind  herself  of  that.  ❝   we  can  do  that.  i'd  love  that.  maybe  .  .  .  currywurst?  that's  actually  one  of  my  favorites.  Alex  is  to  blame  on  that.  ❞  Davina  said  ,tucking  a  strand  of  her  hair  behind  her  ear.  ❝  let's  just  see  .  .  how  tonight  goes.   I  mean  at  this  one.  we  might  get  caught  up  having  fun  and  lose  time.  besides,  we  can  always  go  to  another  one  at  another  time  ,  right?  ❞  at  least  she  hoped.  she  glanced  at  his  hand  before  smiling  at  him  just  the  train  stopped  and  the  doors  opened.  ❝  you  like  seeing  me  smile  ,  huh  ?  ❞  not  that  she  complained.  she  loved  smiling  around  him.  hell,  that's  all  she  ever  did.   standing  next  to  him,  her  eyes  glanced  around  before  noticing  his  gaze  staying  on  her.  ❝  so  tell  me  what  you  like  doing  at  this  Christmas  market.  ❞

[m1dfielder]

Nik was his closest friend, outside of Alex. He was someone Jo could turn to who was of the same age as him and helped encourage his chaos that he couldn't hold in all the time. Of course that was always a pain in the ass for their coach and teammates at times, but it couldn't be helped. There needed to be fun every now and then. Though he had been spending less time with the other now that he had Davina, something he felt a tad bad for but he knew the other could understand. He'd apologize for it in a moment but he wanted to find the right time. "No their won't, hell we are lucky to play with him." Jo replied as arms crossed over his chest as he looked over at the other with a bit of a playful glare. "We will take the pace we are both comfortable with, thank you." He shoves him slightly at that. At his next question, Jo nodded as if it was rather obvious. "Yeah, he saw it right away. Said he knew Davina liked me and that he could see I liked her so he encouraged it." There's a bit of a shrug as he answers. "I didn't either but I won't complain, seeing how it worked out in the end." He small chuckle left him at that before his smile fell a little bit. A hand lifted to scratch at the back of his head. "Uh, yeah, I didn't like how that looked and that's when things kind of started. I mean same with the party at Alex's. It was just one thing after another, you know?"

@diemauer

                                  jo  was  always  one  he  knew  could  take  a  joke.  often  sharing  advice  to  one  another  as  well  as  helping  each  other  at  practice.  and  there  were  days  when  they  didn't  have  practice  that  they  hung  out.�� of  course  lately  ,  not  entirely  .  but  it  made  sense.  nik  being  single  while  jo  now  had  a  girl  in  his  life.  he  was  happy  for  them.  really  .  and  davina  was  a  great  catch.  he  remembered  her  from  her  first  visit  a  few  years  ago.   "  there  won't  be  another  like  him,  let's  be  real  on  that  .  "  nik  replied.  alex  was  one  of  a  kind.  he  had  shaped  goalkeeping  into  something  completely  new  .  no  doubt  ,  that  man  would  be  forever  a  legend.   "  let's  hope  it  does  .  "  nik  raised  a  brow  towards  jo  before  laughing  .   "  just  don't  take  it  too  slow  .  "  of  course  he  was  joking.   slow  was  certainly  a  good  thing.  especially  when  two  people  were  getting  to  know  one  another.    okay  ,  consider  him  shock.   and  here  he  thought  alex  didn't  have  any  idea.   "  alex  helped  you  two  get  together  ?  "  his  smile  grew.  "  well  i'll  be  damn.  that's  not  something  i  expected  but  that's  also  a  good  sign.  "  nik  nodded  .  "  did  it  start  at  oktoberfest?  bambi  and  i  both  seen  the  way  you  were  looking  at  her  with  ansel.  " 

[m1dfielder]

There was something different, always, about celebrating the way they did. Of course it wasn't exactly different from any other time the two had sex, but the feeling was different. This was all the pent up worry that had been building up leaving his system and replacing it with the energy and adrenaline of the win. That and the mix of the euphoric feeling of winning and having her? The two combined was unlike anything he'd felt before. It was why there was no complaint to be back with her as soon as he could, the moments to themselves more than needed. It was why the two so easily were able to find themselves in each other's arms. clothes far removed almost immediately upon entering his apartment. There was no need to entirely communicate, both were on the same page and knew what they wanted from the other. It was part of their connection that they had with one another, an unspoken language that made moments like this almost second nature. Of course that didn't stop some of the rather dirty talk from being let loose every now and then. It only made Jo smirk as he planned to do exactly as she asked, not that it was hard. And it was shown as he brought her to the bedroom, placing them on the bed, and directing her on top of him.

All of which she followed effortlessly. The grinding against him caused a moan to slip by his lips, it almost teasing him to not have what he fully wanted. There was nothing else he needed to say, she knew what he wanted and she easily gave it to him. However, it was easily something she wanted as well. And the moment she guided him inside her, Jo couldn't help but let several curses leave his lips at the sensation of her tightening around as she adjusted. His breathing grew heavy, moans stifled by her lips against his as hands moved to her hips to help her move in time. Not that she needed it. The blond hadn't entirely wanted her to pull away but with the way she was moving he wasn't about to complain. Instead, he let blue eyes remain upon her as he watched her move. Always finding the sight to be even more of a turn as she practically fucked herself as she rode him. A hiss leaves him at the sensation of her nails, a smirk remained to show there was no pain and was actually enjoying the feeling mixed with everything else. He could see and feel her getting closer, only making him move closer to the edge himself but not enough to finish here and now. No, he wanted more and he would get that as soon as she found herself in ecstasy. His grip on her hips tightened as she came, watching her scream for him as he bucked up with her movements as her's started to falter. A smirk pulling at his lips as he rose, hand along her back to keep her where she was. "Then let me move you now." He says before placing a kiss to her lips and gently switching their positions on the beg. Now hovering over her, he began to roll his hips and slowly begin to thrust in and out of her.

@diemauer

                     the  win  ,  well  deserved  and  so  was  the  celebration.  which  –  she  couldn't  wait  until  they  could  celebrate  together  –  alone.  away  from  everyone.  since  the  end  of  the  game  ,  she'd  only  been  thinking  about  one  thing  ,  and  that  was  fucking  him.   sure,  she  could  have  him  any  time  she  wanted  but  –  celebration  sex  was  some  of  the  best.  not  that  any  other  time  was  different.  his  confidence  in  this  case  ,  unwavering  and  that  alone  ,  made  her  more  confident  as  well.  it  seemed  as  if  time  was  dragging  by  before  they  finally  were  back  to  his  apartment.  but  once  they  were  there  ,  no  time  wasted  and  they  were  both  naked  rather  quick.  worked  up  completely.  both  making  a  damn  promise  to  one  another  to  not  let  this  night  be  wasted  without  saying  a  single  word.  only  actions.  the  desire  –  the  need  both  of  them  held  for  one  another.  Davina  could  already  feel  herself  growing  hotter  at  just  the  thought  of  him  touching  her. 

                ❝ keep wanting  me    –  the  possessive  dominate  attitude  ,  turns  me  on  so  much.  ❞   finger  tips  touched  his  chest  as  he  pulled  her  to  his  bedroom  and  began  kissing.  each  movement  –  perfectly  sync  with  one  another's.  so  natural  and  once  they  were  in  bed  and  she  was  on  top  ,  she  couldn't  help  but  grind  against  him  more.  wanting  to  feel  him  –  wanting  to  find  her  release  so  quick  considering  how  good  he  felt.  and  finally  ,  she  had  lowered  herself  down  onto  his  cock  ,  feeling  every  inches  of  him  stretch  –  whiny  like  gasps  falling  from  her  lips  before  she  leaned  forward,  pressing  her  lips  against  his  .  hips  moving  against  his  before  she  began  bouncing  more  –  faster  .  ❝  fuck!  so  do  you  –  you  feel  so  fucking  good  .  .  .  ❞  she  panted  ,  breathing  growing  more  hitch.   davina  pulled  back  from  his  lips  ,  only  to  dig  her  nails  into  his  chest  a  bit  as  she  continued  to  ride  him.  breast  bouncing  with  each  movement  –  flushed  skin.  she  couldn't  suppress  the  whimpers  and  his  name  falling  from  her  lips.  he  felt  so  fucking  good  and  she  was  letting  him  know  just  by  her  reactions.  she  could  already  feel  it  building  up  –  every  movement  ,  pushing  her  closer.  her  walls  ,  tightening  around  him  just  as  she  finally  felt  that  overwhelming  feeling  of  her  orgasm.  loud  cry  coming  from  her  as  she  continued  on  –  legs  trembling  as  her  hips  slowed.  ❝  I  .  .  .  fuck  ,  josh  .  .  I  wanna  cum  more.   ❞

[m1dfielder]

Jo's smirk wasn't fading, rather enjoying the reactions he was getting from the other. He was pretty expressive, not that Jo wasn't but he was more so on the pitch. "If you say so." The German replies with a small chuckle as he lifts his shoulders in a small shrug. He can see, however, how excited the other was and that he had something catch his attention. And it was when he pointed towards Neuraum that Jo caught on that he had seen what he looked towards. "Well, that one it is then." He claps the other on the back before returning it to his jacket pocket. "Let's get going." He grins, beginning to lead the way. "It's got four rooms, so you got your pick."

"Me? Over m'head?" Jamie asks, pointing at his chest in disbelief. "Never." He's someone who's very comfortable in new situations and places, someone willing to try just about anything at any given time. It's part of what makes him such a good footballer - he's adaptable. Sure, he can't speak any fucking German, but he thinks he'll be fine tonight, getting by on good looks [ and English ] alone. Another thing that makes him as good at his job as he is is his perceptiveness. He watches Jo's eyes flick up the street and then back to him. Jamie wiggles his eyebrows, a playful smirk rising onto his face. "That one?" he asks, pointing at the club Jo had just looked at. "Seems good t'me."

[m1dfielder]

As far as Jo was concerned, Xander was one of the best he's played with and he was completely fine with admitting that. Jo felt fortunate enough that he was placed on this team and able to play alongside world class players like him and Alex and so on. Which is another reason he wanted to play against Xander and see what would come of it. "I think it could be fun too." Jo says with a smirk. "How do you think it would go?"

Xander had never been like that. He was confident about what he did but he wasn't going to call himself one of the best at what he did. Others may say he was in some way, but he didn't. "Yes. We will see how that goes. It would be interesting." He said. Xander knew what was being said about England when it came to the Euros but they weren't getting ahead of themselves.

[m1dfielder]

"I mean that is a fair point." Jo chuckled. "But no, that wasn't why I was worried. I don't think you'd ever do that to me." He did trust her of course, there wasn't a need for him to even think she'd do anything to harm him. Besides that wasn't the point of this conversation. There's a roll of his eyes as he gives her a look. "Don't get too much of an ego there." He was feeling a bit better, his small smile appearing more. "I mean between everything I don't see why not. And I would love to have someone to sit to if you're up for withstanding a Bayern game. I know they're your favorite."

“Why worried? You know I’d never kidnap and interrogate you. Probably.”  A grin spreads across her face as she says it, very entertained by the hypothetical scenario of interrogating him like they do in the movies. Again, not that she would ever actually do it.  “Are you saying you enjoy my company?”  Another answer in a mock-surprised voice - she’s never been very good at accepting genuine compliments.  “Well, we can have fun then. We can make up our own practice stuff. And if you need someone to sit there and talk shit at the games to cheer you up, I’ve been told I’m very good at that.”