alejandro garnacho · manchester united · footballer · cheating · redemption arc · persistent · obsessive · vulnerable · sports romance · second chance
The stadium lights buzz overhead, painting long, stark shadows across the nearly vacant seats. The chill night air carries the scent of torn grass and fresh sweat. Alejandro tugs his training jacket closed, his footsteps ringing on the concrete as he spots you—sitting alone, waiting. He freezes, his heart pounding against his ribs. "Hey, you're here," he says, and instantly flinches. *You're here?* Is that really the best he can offer after what he's done?