The House in Richmond
by luvsbitca
Saturday, 14th May 2022
Richmond had won the game against West Ham, the pitch had been flooded with the fans, Colin had kissed Michael, Roy and Jamie had celebrated on the pitch. Hours later, when the team had worked their way through the after-game work with the physios and medical teams, they had all showered and changed back into their street clothes. Isaac had planned their night out at one of the most exclusive bars in London. Jamie hadn't deliberately waited back to leave with Roy, enjoying chatting to each of the team as they headed for the parking lot and home to their families, or home to get ready for their night. When he was standing to leave though, Roy was grabbing his bag as well. Jamie gave him a nod and their walked out to the carpark; Roy silent next to him.
"4am?" Jamie asked.
"Fuck no," Roy told him. "When you're in London, 7am."
"I can sleep in?" Jamie asked, excited.
"When it gets proper hot, 6am."
"Mint," Jamie said, smiling. He slowed his steps. "What are you up to tonight…gonna come celebrate with us?"
"No."
"Why?" Jamie asked, stepping forward and stopping Roy in between steps.
"I'm not part of the team, I'm a coach now," Roy explained, voice telling Jamie he thought it was obvious.
"Fuck that," Jamie said. "You gotta come with us."
"No one wants a coach at the team party."
"Fuck that!" a voice called out. "You have to come, Roy."
Jamie clicked his fingers and pointed at Isaac who was standing next to Colin. "Captain said."
"Jamie," Isaac said. "You make sure he is there."
"You have to come, Roy-o," Colin agreed.
"Fuck…fine," Roy grumbled.
"Yeah, I'll pick ya up," Jamie said, clapping Roy on the chest and falling back into step beside him.
"No, I'll pick you up. Be there in an hour."
Jamie frowned and then shrugged. "You know where I live, see you all soon!"
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