#meanwhile im going to sleep wahhhh ♡♡

[helianskies]

They sat together in Arthur’s living room, old foes turned friends turned lovers turned foes once more. Just for a night.

Painted cheeks and patriotic kits coloured the living room, itself haphazardly adorned in bunting and streamers in red, white and yellow, and brimming with an unspeakable tension as they both watched the screen intently. Hands gripped the edge of the sofa cushions, knuckles paling, feet tapping. Drinks were long finished, yet to be replaced.

The eighty-fifth minute had just begun.

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