CHAPTER 16: THE OPENING OF THE SEASON
That morning, all Leicester City players are training as usual. That weekend, they will face Chelsea for the opening match of the season.
"Want to stop anywhere for lunch, Harry?" asked Chilwell after their training was ended.
"Sure. Who else coming?" asked Harry in returned.
"Just us and our captain as usual" replied Chilwell.
"Sure thing" replied Harry.
Later at a diner;
"So, mate. Ready to make some impact in Premier League?" asked Vardy.
"Yes, but I think I need a bit of time to adapt with this new environment" replied Harry.
"It's okay. Just don't take too much time. Our supporters sometimes are impatient" said Chilwell.
"Very well. I'll keep it in mind" replied Harry.
"Just tell us if you need anything. We'll help you" said Vardy.
"Thanks, mate" replied Harry.
Later on;
Harry arrived home when he got a FaceTime request from Tegan.
Harry: Hey, Steff. How you're doing?
Tegan: I'm good. What about you?
Harry: I'm great. So, what's up?
Tegan: Well, you're facing Chelsea in London this weekend, right?
Harry: Yes. Will you come to Stamford Bridge?
Tegan: Sorry, but I'm quite busy this weekend.
Harry: Oh, it's okay. I'm totally understand it.
Tegan: Aww, you sound sad.
Harry: Not really. You're busy, right. It's fine by me.
Tegan: I promise you this. I'll make up to you.
Harry: Like I said, it doesn't matter.
Tegan: Anyway, I need to go now. Good luck against Chelsea.
Harry: Thanks.
Tegan: Bye, Harry.
Harry: Bye.
Then, they hung up.
"Why must I feel down? It's not that we're dating or something" mumbled Harry.
Meanwhile in London;
"It's not good lying to him" said Kay Lee. Tegan giggled.
"Well, I just want to make surprise on him" replied Tegan.
"Don't blame me if he curses you" said Kay Lee. Tegan just giggled.
That weekend;
All Leicester City players arrived at Stamford Bridge for their 1st league match against Chelsea. After changed into their training kits, all players make their way to the pitch for warming up session.
"Uggh, she's lying" said Harry.
"Who?" asked Chilwell.
"Tegan Nox" replied Harry.
"Oh, your ex-girlfriend, huh. Normally, we will avoid our exes though" said Vardy.
"Well, it's not that we're break up because cheating involved after all" replied Harry.
"So, is there any possibility for you both to be back together?" asked Chilwell.
"Well, who knows" said Harry. Later on, all players returned back to the dressing room to change into their match kits.
STARTING LINE-UP FOR TODAY'S MATCH
Chelsea 1st Eleven: Kepa (GK), Azpilicueta (RB), Zouma (CB), Christensen (CB), Emerson (LB), Kovacic (RCM), Kante (CM), Barkley (LCM), Willian (RW), Pulisic (LW), Giroud (ST)
Leicester City 1st Eleven: Schmeichel (GK), Pereira (RB), Soyuncu (CB), Keane (CB), Chilwell (LB), Tielemans (CM), Ndidi (CM), Albrighton (RM), Barnes (LM), Harry Rae (SS), Vardy (ST)
"I think I saw him giving me a death glare just now" said Tegan.
"I'm not getting involve in this matter" replied Kay Lee.
"Me too since I am completely stranger" said Toni.
"Oh, c'mon, lads" said Tegan.
"No way" replied Kay Lee and Toni simultaneously.
Later on;
All players already taking their position on the pitch.
PRIIITTTT
The match begins with Chelsea kicked off the match.
13th minutes of the match;
The ball is with Emerson. He then sent the ball to Barkley. Barkley checked around before sent the ball to Pulisic. The most expensive American player then runs with the ball before passed it through to Giroud. Giroud then shoots but Schmeichel managed to punch it away before Keane clears the ball away.
27th minutes of the match;
The ball is with Pereira. He then sent the ball long to Albrighton. Albrighton runs with the ball before sent it to Harry. Harry then found some space before shoots the ball into the net for Leicester City to take a lead.
"That's my little brother for you!" said Kay Lee.
"Do you really need to declare it?" asked Tegan.
"Yes, it is" replied Kay Lee.
"Just wait when we're back in Manchester this Sunday night. I'll brag the same" said Toni. Kay Lee just giggled.
36th minutes of the match;
Leicester City was awarded a corner kick. After the referee blew his whistle, Harry sent the ball into the penalty box. Albrighton jumped high to head the ball towards the goal but it went a bit off target.
43rd minutes of the match;
The ball with Zouma. He then sent the ball to Kante. Kante then runs with the ball before sent it to Willian. Willian then runs with the ball until he nearly reached the goal line before sent it into the penalty box. Giroud tried to head the ball but Schmeichel managed to catch the ball first. Later on, the referee blew his whistle for half time.
"I think Harry is a bit struggle just now" said Kay Lee.
"Well, this is his 1st match in Premier League after all. So, I think it's normal especially against a team like Chelsea" replied Toni.
"That's true" said Tegan.
"I hope he will be fine on the 2nd half" said Kay Lee.
"I'm sure he will" said Toni.
Later on;
All players are back into their position.
PRIIITTT
The match restarted with Leicester City kicked off the 2nd half.
55th minutes of the match;
The ball is with Kante. He then sent the ball to Pulisic. Pulisic then runs with the ball until he reached the penalty box before shoots the ball but again, Schmeichel managed to save it.
67th minutes of the match;
The ball is with Albrighton. He then runs with the ball before passing it through to Harry. Harry then sent the ball to Vardy. Vardy then shoots into the net to make it 2-0 for the away side.
"Their combination is so good" said Toni.
"Couldn't agree more" said Kay Lee.
75th minutes of the match;
The ball is with Chilwell. He then runs with the ball before sent it to Ndidi. Ndidi then runs with the ball before sent it Harry. Harry then found some space before shoots it into the goal to make it 3-0.
"He already adapted well" said Toni.
"How do you know?" asked Tegan.
"He seems very comfortable with the game right now" replied Toni.
"Let's hope this will continue" said Kay Lee.
84th minutes of the match;
Leicester with a corner kick. After the referee blew his whistle, Harry sent the ball to the middle before Vardy hits it with a header into the net to make it 4-0.
93rd+1 minutes of the match;
Leicester City was awarded a free kick at the crucial moment. After the referee blew his whistle, Harry kicked the ball with a perfect curve shot. Kepa tried to make a save but failed as the ball is entered the net for Harry to complete his hattrick. Then, the referee blew his whistle for the full time score; Chelsea 0-5 Leicester City.
Later on;
Harry and Vardy just arrived inside their hotel room when Harry got a phone call from Tegan.
Harry: Hey, liar.
Tegan: What have I done?
Harry: You told me that you can't come tonight. Instead, you're appeared with Kay and Toni.
Tegan: What, I can't make a surprise to a friend?
Harry: Of course you can. But, you can't lie.
Harry tried his best to stop himself from laughing.
Tegan: Sorry. I didn't mean to lie to you.
Harry: You want to know something?
Tegan: What?
Harry: I love messing around with you.
Harry then chuckled.
Tegan: HARRYYYYYYY!!!!
Harry: I really want to see your face right now.
Tegan: Then, why don't we hang out now? There's a nice place nearby after all.
Harry: Okay, then. Send me the location. I'll see you there.
Tegan: Okay. See you there.
Harry: Alright.
Then, they hung up.
"Got a date?" asked Vardy.
"Well, you can say that" replied Harry.
"You both should make it official again, you know" said Vardy.
"Well, let the time decided. Who knows if she already have someone else right now" said Harry.
"You got a point there" replied Vardy. Harry just smirked.
Later on;
Harry and Tegan walked around to see London in nightime.
"London is beautiful at night, right" said Tegan.
"You're right" replied Harry.
"Can I ask you something?" asked Tegan.
"Sure. What is it?" asked Harry in returned.
"Are you dating someone right now?" asked Tegan then.
"Nope. I've being single since 3 years ago" replied Harry.
"Why don't you date anyone since then?" asked Tegan.
"Well, I didn't found any girls that want to date me because of me. Everyone I met after my wrestling career is over just want me because I'm a football player" replied Harry.
"I see. So, will you date anyone else in the future?" asked Tegan.
"Maybe. I never closed myself after all" replied Harry. Tegan smirked.
"I see" said Tegan.
"I still have a chance to get him back then" said inner Tegan.
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