Day 3
'Reservation under 'Lightwood' Simon said to the woman stood in front of him, it was finally the day of the meal Izzy had planned and to be frank Simon was nervous to see Raphael again. Raphael had certainly made an impression on Simon however nothing could come of it, purely because of the teams they played for. Swindon Town was everything to Simon and he couldn't risk anything with his position as captain.
Alec apparently didn't mind as much since he'd already hooked up with Magnus since they'd met again just two days ago. Alec and Magnus were in love. They didn't know it was love but it wouldn't be long until they'd realised it - everyone knew that.
'Follow me please sir' she said as she lead Simon to a table which already had Magnus, Izzy, Alec, clary and Sebastian sat there. 'Ah! Simon finally!' Alec exclaimed loudly, pulling his arms from Magnus' hips, getting up to hug him. Simon fist bumped Sebastian, kissed clary and Izzy on the cheek and shook hands with Magnus before he finally sat down.
'Where's Raphael and the blondie?' Simon asks Magnus as he pours himself a glass of water. 'Right here' Simon heard a gruff voice say from beside him, nearly choking on his water from shock. He wiped his mouth on his napkin and turned to face Raphael 'when did you get here?' Simon asks. 'We were always here, just in the toilet and once you'd sat down we'd returned' Raphael says taking a sip of his own water, his lips entrancing Simon, making him wish Raphael's lips were on something else.
'Oh right, well it's nice to see you again ' Simon says sticking his hand out for Raphael to shake. Raphael takes it and kisses both of Simon's cheeks too softly and too quickly for Simon to comprehend what's happening and return the favour. 'Sorry, habit' Raphael mutters playing with his knife awkwardly. 'N-no, it's fine' Simon mumbles back.
'I'm sorry by the way' Raphael says. 'For what?' Simon asks turning to face him even more, blocking out everyone and everything as he concentrates on Raphael's annoyingly handsome features, his heart beating faster as Raphael looks at him softly with a look that Simon can't seem to recognise.
'The match will be horrible, people are going to get into fights, our team members will fight as well and overall it's just going to be messy and horrible...I don't want the fact that we're on rival teams to affect...us' Raphael says, his eyes shimmering with insecurities, Simon can't help but let his mind wander on what Raphael means by 'us'.
'Magnus and Alec don't so I don't see why we should' Simon whispers. Raphael smiles at him softly and Simon really can't cope with the adorable boy any longer, 'I'm glad' he says. Before any more can be said a waitress grabs all their attention asking what they'd like to order, Izzy, Clary and Magnus all get a bacon cheese beef burger, Sebastian and Alec both get lasagna, while Jace gets chicken covered in bacon and cheese. Simon and Raphael both settling on pasta with garlic bread.
'I can't help but feel like there's too many of us' Simon admits to Raphael once the waitress is gone. 'Agreed, would you like to go and get some fresh air? I could really do with a cigarette' Raphael states, and honestly Simon is a little shocked that Raphael smokes, he never smells of it and has the whitest teeth Simon had ever seen. 'S-sure, it's actually really stuffy in here as well' Simon says. Raphael smiles at him quickly before getting up out of his chair, Simon following suite, they leave without saying anything to the group however none of the call and ask where they're off to.
Once outside Raphael pulls a packet of cigarettes from his leather jacket and offers one to Simon who's politely declines.
'I didn't know you smoked, I mean, I wouldn't have thought you would' Simon admits as he leans on the wall next to Raphael, standing closer than needed.
'I don't really, only when I'm nervous mostly' Raphael says taking a drag, and once again Simon wishes Raphael's lips where wrapped around something else.
'Why are you nervous?' Simon asks not taking his eyes from Raphael's lips as he blows the smoke out. 'Because you look too gorgeous for you own good' Raphael admits, taking another drag, his eyes never leaving the restaurant doors. It takes a few seconds for the words to register in Simon's brain and he finally takes his eyes off Raphael's lips.
'W-what?' Simon asks unclear on what Raphael meant. 'I'm attracted to you Simon, which is weird, I don't usually feel something for people, however with you its a different story' Raphael says stubbing out his half finished cigarette, turning to face Simon.
'I know you're attracted to me. You don't exactly hide it very well' Raphael says chuckling. Simon blushes a deep red, looking to the floor. Raphael places his hand on Simon's warm cheek, lifting his head up.
Raphael look into Simon's eyes, the warm brown colour setting a fire of warmth through his chest and heart, as cliche as it sounded.
Simon started to lean forward his head tilting, their breathe mingling in the air. There was a sudden flash of bright lights and the sound of a camera going off, making Simon pull away from Raphael as quick as the flash of the camera that went off.
He looks around his heart pounding in his ears trying to find the paparazzi that just got the photo of them two.
'No...no no no' Simon says as he keeps turning trying to find whoever it was. 'No this can't happen' Simon mutters to himself. 'What's so bad? If people find out at least then we can maybe give us a go' Raphael says leaning against the wall, crossing his arms over his chest.
'It's not worth the risk! Football is everything to me, I can't lose my position or fans because of a 'might work out' relationship!' Simon exclaimed, shocking Raphael at his sudden loudness.
'You can't cut off any possible relationships just because of your position!' Raphael shouted back, pushing himself off the wall pointing a finger to Simon 'and I can't lose my position just because you make my heart race!' Simon shouts pointing a finger back to Raphael 'so you do want me!' Raphael says smugly, dropping his hand, placing his hands in his pocket, smirking. Simon groans and throws his head back.
'Yes okay, I find you attractive and yes I would like to get to know you more, but I just...I can't risk it' Simon says, whispering the last part. 'How do you know it will even affect your position' Raphael whispers back, taking a step closer to Simon. 'Please don't Raphael, don't make this harder than what it has to be' 'it already is Simon, just kiss me already' Raphael says and within moments Simon's lips are on Raphael's.
It's sloppy and there's too much teeth, Raphael bites down on Simon too harshly as well, however it's all too perfect for Simon and he knows he's screwed. His hands in Raphael's hair as Raphael let his hands wander up Simon's shirt.
'Oh you've got to be kidding me' a voice says from beside them, they turn and find Jace stood with Sebastian, Jace a look for fury and Sebastian a look of shock. Simon jumps away from Raphael for the second him and tucks his shirt back into his suit pants, fumble with his hair also, for no reason. 'I can't catch a break' Raphael groans as he runs his hands through his hair turning to face Jace and Sebastian.
'Your food's been at the table for like five minutes and you've been out here for way too long so we came to check on you' Sebastian says, coming out of his temporary shock. 'Right, well thanks for interrupting' Raphael grumbles pushing between the two boys stropping off back inside. Sebastian follows quickly and leaves Simon outside with Jace.
'I don't care that you play for Swindon, just don't play Raphael or you won't be playing for any team' Jace whispers harshly before heading back inside also, Simon takes a deep breath and heads back in to see the whole group watching him; apart from Raphael.
'So, Simon, I'm sure you won't need any more food since you've been eating Raphael's face most of the night' Magnus says a smirk on his face, the table laugh loudly however Raphael just shoots him a glare and says 'yeah well you've been eating Alec's dick so shut up', causing Alec and Magnus to laugh loudly, not denying it however.
Clary slaps him around the head for using such language at the table and simon just wants the ground to swallow him whole. 'Are you angry with me?' Simon whispers to Raphael, who looks at Simon softly 'of course not, just pissed that we got interrupted' Simon nods and turns back forward, taking a sip of water, his throat feeling horribly dry, the feel of Raphael's lips on his still there, even minutes later.
'So am i right to assume we're all just going to go back to hating one another on the field?' jace asks as he takes a final mouthful of food. 'You'd be very much wrong on that one' Alec says looking to Magnus, sharing a smile everyone can only assume is just for him. 'Well I don't imagine you and Mags will be fucking on the pitch in front of millions of fans' Jace says, earning a smack from Izzy around the head for speaking in such a manner at the table (much like Clary had done to Raphael). 'No, but still it doesn't mean we have to hate each other, I mean who knows, maybe Magnus and I being together again means the teams can stop being rivals' Alec says placing a hand on Magnus' upper thigh, squeezing it. 'I love your optimism big brother but I doubt it, I agree about the players getting along, however I doubt the fans will be okay with you two dating' Izzy says taking a sip of he red wine which was as dark as the lipstick she was wearing.
'Does it really matter what the fans think?' Raphael asks, his temper towards the group suddenly gone. 'I mean if you two love each other then why shouldn't you be together. You're a same sex couple, therefore even if you two weren't football stars or on rival teams you'd find someone that doesn't agree with your relationship somewhere along the line'. Raphael's mini rant about Magnus and Alec makes Simon (and everyone else) question if he's even talking about the pair in front of them any more. 'I agree with Raphael, even if you two aren't in love you shouldn't not at least give it a try just because of some fans' Clary states, looking to Simon and no one else, this time Simon is certain they're no longer talking about Magnus and Alec.
Simon looks to Raphael who was already looking at him, a knowing look in his eyes. Simon knew the group was right, 'what about your position in the team? Aren't either of you worried you'll lose your position?' Simon asks them both, breaking the gaze he and Raphael held. 'No. There are plenty of gay footie players, also manager Garroway and Morgenstein aren't homophobic, honestly Si, I don't know why you think the world will collapse under me and Magnus just because we're dating' Alec says taking a sip of his water.
Simon knew everyone was right. He knew that nothing bad would happen to Magnus and Alec just for being together, and maybe that realisation is what fuelled him to ask Raphael on a date. Raphael (and the whole group) stared back at him dumbfounded, 'what?' Raphael asks a look of confusion etched on his face. 'Go on a date with me. After the match is over' Simon repeats, Raphael smiles brightly placing both his hands on Simon's face as he kisses him deeply, 'I know we should wait until after the date but you just looked so adorable, plus we have already made out' Raphael says once they pull apart. 'Is that a yes?' Simon asks just to clarify, 'of course it's a yes idiota' Raphael says kissing him, the group holler and cheer loudly, which get's the group thrown out without dessert however no one cares, every thing was going right for the group.
They just had to make it past the match tomorrow.