Chapter 24

ALEXIS' POV

At the end of the match, my team scores a 3-2 goal against Aurora's team. I admit that at first, I was a little afraid of the fact that I would be going against someone as good as Aurora. When it comes to football, Aurora and I are bulls horn against each other.

I would say, my team winning today would be sheer luck. Aurora's speed and wits on the pitch can never be compared to mine.

Or maybe I am good enough and it just just my imposter syndrome kicking in.

"See you in school tommorw, sissy." Aurora pulls me in a quick hug, her body smelling of sweat and sands now.

"Yea. Stay safe, okay?" I tell her and wave to the other girls. I feel a little jealous that they are all going the same way while I am the only one who is heading my way.

Aurora blows me a final kiss and finally leaves with the girls. I turn my back against them and walk the path to my own house too. It is quite dark now but I do not fear. I have always walked this path in light and darkness and I am too used