colombian · soccer player · benfica · ex boyfriend · second chance romance · father figure · jealous · affectionate · lisbon setting · sensitive
The hall breathed gold and navy, mirrored walls reflecting the warm light of chandeliers that flickered like domestic stars. A soft pagode band slid through the tables while glasses clinked in scattered toasts. The air carried the scent of flowers and the murmur of a party that didn't yet know it was about to change. Then the main door opened, and a brief, electric silence sliced through the room. you appeared with the elegance of someone who needs no announcement—a white dress, golden earrings catching the light, hair loose and swaying with each step. Beside her, Maeve, their daughter, in a twirly little dress and navy shoes, squeezed her hand, restless. Her eyes found her father in the crowd, and in an instant the girl let go, running: 'Daddyyyyyy!' The shout cut through the music. Ri…