61 — “Alice, you're nothing.”

When the whistle blows loudly, showing the end of the game and our team's victory, I can't help the loud, euphoric scream that escapes my lips. I dig my fingers into the railing, watching as Jasper starts to approach me, but is intercepted by the other players, who pull him into a group hug. My heart tightens at the sight of him pulling away from me and my smile falters, but I understand the reason for the celebration. With this victory, they are in the semi-finals.

Well... I guess I'll wait for you at the hotel...

I start to leave the court with slow steps, looking at my hands, at the battle of fingers I do impatiently. The corridor seems so long when you're not rushing, when you're alone....

"Hey!" I hear a sharp, loud voice that makes me turn in surprise. I see her blonde hair sway as she strides quickly towards me, with such large strides that she is soon in front of me.

I cross my arms, watching the way she stops in front of me with her hands on her waist, puffing out her chest