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Jo wasn't surprised to hear the other speak up on that, another chuckle leaving him as arms crossed over his chest. "I can do that, I'd be happy to. I know what it is like to have them attack you with little to nothing to back it up outside of the best effort on the pitch." He'd experienced it far too often in the past to know how that felt. "The media, in the end, are just someone you have to ignore. They look for anything to bother you." A shrug leaves the midfielder. "It is what I do, they love to make up anything to get to you."

Xander hated it when people did ruin it for others and took it too far. He noticed the other's eyebrow raise and then chuckle. He gave him a look. "I should have known you would say that." He laughed. "Can you tell the media that, please? I seem to keep hearing that when I don't score in a game, its because I am declining with how I play." He said. Xander didn't really let what was written about him et to him. But he couldn't understand how they were saying this when he was doing really well.

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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]

Jo wasn't sure what the two did to get on the bad side of their coach, at least on Jo's end it was even before the coach even got here. Now the other was experiencing it with him and Jo hated that for Lucas. Both of them had the shit end of the stick for far too long and for no reason in the mind of the midfielder. Both of them were of a high skill, one that should be respected and used and yet their coach never saw that. He wanted all of them to adapt to the play style he had in mind and not the one that truly fit the Bayern style. He could only hope that whatever new coach that came in would be one to restore that very essence that they once had because it hasn't been around for over a year. It did bring a lighter mood, however, knowing that man would be leaving them when all was said and done. He hadn't even thought about how his words could be misinterpreted to his relationship when he spoke them, having mainly meant them for that purpose on the coach. It was just another reason why Jo was quick to correct, to fix the wording in a sense to clear up the true intended meaning. Though he did appreciate the other's words and support, it brought out a small smile to the blond. "Thanks, I mean we are glad to know how much everyone supports us." He chuckled a bit as he continued. "It was definitely not expected but it is appreciated." It was also nice, being able to have these conversations without so much of a worry or complaint. Sure there were some here and there but it was growing less now that they would be free at the end of the season. "I'm making sure, alright?" He gives a soft smile as hand falls from his back and returns to his side. "Who knows, but let them know you want to stay if that is something you do want." It was the best advice he could give in the moment. "Always communicate with them. And for now, we will both work towards a start, yeah?"

                               it  sucked  –  that  two  of  the  best  players  on  the  team  were  getting  the  shit  end  of  the  stick  when  it  came  to  starting  and  treatment.  Lucas  hadn't  done  anything  to  deserve  this  shit  –  nor  had  Jo.  but  obviously,  the  coach  had  his  favorites  and  it  wasn't  ignored.  with  them  being  on  the  bench   ,  it  was  obvious  as  to  the  fact  that  they  weren't  like.  and  neither  could  understand  it.  which  after  the  news  of  the  coach  leaving  at  the  end  of  the  season  came  as  more  of  a  relief  to  them  both.     no  more  locker  room  division.  no  more  shitty  seasons.  he  had  at  least  hoped.  both  of  the  missed  their  old  style  of  playing  and  this  way  that  the  coach  had  them  playing  was  just  not  at  all  working  for  anyone.  he  never  would  show  any  disrespect  towards  Jo  and  Davina.  after  all,  him  and  Davina  were  good  friends.  hell,  he  supported  the  two.  and  were  one  of  the  first  to  say  “finally”  when  they  became  official.   ❝  good  because  –  I  wouldn't.  you  two  have  a  good  thing  going  on.  and  I  support  it.  ❞  Lucas  replied  ,  grinning  as  Jo  gave  him  a  clap  on  the  back.  ❝  ja,  i'm  good.  promise.  and  I  know  –  let's  see  if  they  actually  live  up  to  it.   I  feel  like  –  they  want  to  though.  they  have  been  a  bit  cold  towards  me.  I  don't  recall  doing  or  saying  anything  to  make  them  that  way.  ❞  at  least  he  hoped  he  hadn't.  he  was  abit  stressed  over  the  situation,  honestly.   giving  Jo  a  nod  ,  he  looked  around  the  field.  ❝  I  will  do  my  best.  we  both  deserve  to  start.  ❞

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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?"

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"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?”

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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?”

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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."

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  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.  ❞    

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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?"

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                                  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]

Jo was thankful to have as close of a friend as he did in Nik. Sure, he was also close with Alex but there was a different level of friendship he had with Nik, the two had to be on the same wavelength as they shared the midfield together. He was thankful for that, of course being closer in age and not dating someone in his family helped with that as well. There was some level of talking he could do with Nik that he wouldn't do with the goalkeeper. Besides, the two could also goof together while Alex seemed just a little more serious at times. And he could goof off with his close friend in Müller. A chuckle left him in return, tossing the sock back. "Good." He begins to reply back. "You're focused too, Bruder. We all are, it's just hard to play how we want to when the coach won't let us play properly. His tactics don't work, we all know that." He shrugs, knowing fully well that the coach preferred a different style of play that just wasn't Bayern. What he hadn't entirely expected, in his thought process here, was for those words to leave his lips in a way that seemed easier to interpret than he thought. "I mean, yeah, I have." He shifts a bit in his seat before shrugging. That wasn't entirely something he openly admitted just yet to others so he hoped Nik could keep it to himself. "I think he'd be happy to hear that for that exact reason. I mean he's been one of the people cheering us on. I think he is our number one supporter, honestly." He chuckles a bit at that. "But I plan on talking to him about that eventually."

     picking  on  his  teammate  and  friend  was  always  fun  considering  jo  knew  him  well  enough  to  not  take  him  serious.  the  two  had  been  close  since  both  signed  with  the  team.  nik  of  course,  later  than  jo  but  he  was  one  of  the  ones  he  instantly  clicked  with  on  the  team.  and  over  the  years  ,  their  friendship  grew  more  and  more.  especially  when  they  shared  the  midfield.  jo  could  trust  him.  especially  when  it  came  to  his  personal  life.   a  laugh  came  from  once  the  sock  landed  on  the  other.  ❝  oh  ?  I  know  you  will.  never  doubt  that.  you're  focused  and  that's  a  good  thing.  just  wish  –  we  could  change  things  ya  know.  win  more  and  not  have  all  this  shit  go  on  during  practice  from  the  coaches.   ❞  yeah  ,  sure  nik  had  been  a  bit  better  this  season  in  some  aspects  but  still,  there  wasn't  much  confidence  there.  but  he  also  wasn't  the  only  one  on  the  team  struggling.   a  smirk  grew  at  the  corner  of  his  lips  though  over  jo's  next  words.  ❝  yet?  so  you've  thought  about  it  huh?  ❞  he  had  to  admit,  he  envied  his  teammate  for  having  a  stable  relationship  but  was  also  more  happy  to  see  jo  get  what  he  deserved  –  someone  who  made  him  happy  and  who  was  supportive.  ❝  that's  going  to  make  for  an  interesting  talk  with  Alex.  then  again  –  he  did  set  you  two  up  so  he'll  probably  support  the  hell  out  of  that.  ❞

[m1dfielder]

Little treats were like incentive to most of the team, it couldn't be helped that at times they were all giant children. He gives her a look and a nod before a little sarcastic, "Oh okay." But a chuckle follows to show he meant no harm by it. It was a little clever but he wasn't about to openly admit it. This time the smile grew a little as she seemed rather satisfied with being called the boss. He'd let it happen. "Only a little." He lifts his hand and uses his index finger and thumb to show little space between the two to illustrate that. Talking with his hands, it couldn't be helped. And so he did as instructed, moving to warm himself up and stretched just a bit before bending down and removing his shoes. "See, I can follow instructions. What's next?"

the reaction doesn't go unnoticed and it's incredible how easily persuaded most of the team is, even when none of them were going to admit it. " it was very clever, actually. " sure, she could probably go through a single day without making soccer related puns but why would she do that ? she flips to through the papers on the clipboard until she gets to the right one, smile growing a bit more when he calls her the boss. " that i am. " jess affirms with a nod. " perfect. agility and flexibility it is. i'm gonna assume you're warmed up already but if not give me a couple of jumps and hops. hips and torso rotations. you know the gist. and then i'm gonna need you to take your shoes off. "

[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.