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THE PASTRY OF LOVE PART 1

Steph Catley x Reader

Trigger warning: bad writing,cursing

It was the first day of my new coffee shop and bakery opening and I was beyond excited to serve every pastry that I made this morning. It was always my dream to open one of these places in London so being here and arranging everything was the best feeling ever.

I was sitting behind the counter reading a book while waiting for the first customers to arrive. I carefully dusted every table, chair and shelf which had books in it for people to grab and read in the shop or just as a decoration.

It took maybe about ten minutes before the doors to my shop opened and the ring above the door signaled that someone walked in. I looked up from my book carefully placing it near the register and smiled at the four girls that just walked in.

They were talking to each other while taking in the entire place. One of them seemed too excited when she spotted I had fresh pastries as well.

“Oh my god Steph look at those croissants we have to have them.” I heard her say to the other girl as they approached me.

“Hey, welcome in, what can I get you?” I asked with a smile on my face.

The brown hair girl, Steph I assumed, smiled at me: “Hey, can we get two lattes, one flat white and one green tea to go please?” I nodded: “Is that all?”

“Oh and four of those please.” She pointed to the chocolate croissants behind the glass.

“Of course, will you want them to go as well?” I asked as she nodded and went to get me her card but I stopped her: “No, it’s on the house. You are my first customers.”

“Well, thank you but I will pay anyway.”She smiled but yet again I didn’t let her: “No, like I said, it’s in the house. You can sit down anywhere you want. I will call you over when your drinks are ready.” With that I turned away from her but I caught the glimpse of her putting paper money into the tip jar I set onto the counter next to the register.

I rolled my eyes smiling and started to prepare their drinks and put the croissants thoughtfully into the paper bags.

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“Here is your order.” I said as the other blond girls walked towards me collecting the items.

“You have it very pretty in here.” the tall blond girl said to me with a smile which I quickly returned: “Thank you very much. Come back any time.”

“We definitely will. You are the new best place for hang outs after training.” I didn’t know what they were training for but it was great to hear them saying they are going to be returning again.

“Well, I hope your training is going to go great today. Have a nice day.”

“You too.” With that the group walked away closing the door behind them. I exhaled the breath I didn't know I was holding until they left.

After I cleaned the counter and the coffee machine I sat back down and returned to my book waiting for the next new people to discover my place.

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“Enjoy your drinks and have a lovely rest of the day.” I said as I handled the drinks to the last customers for today. I walked them out and turned the sign on the door signaling to the people that it’s closed. I locked the door and began to sweep the floor and clean the tables.

I was in my own world listening to the soft jazz music playing from the speakers around the cafe, when I heard a knock on the door. I turned around and went to say that we are closed but then I saw who it was. It was the brown hair girl named Steph from the morning.

She waved at me and then frowned as she read the sign on the door. Her mouth fell open as she went to apologize but I quickly unlocked the door: “Hey, do you need anything?”

“Sorry, I didn't see the sign, I just wanted to buy one more croissant, but I won't bother you when you are already closed.” She rambled as I chuckled softly and opened the door wilder: “Come on in.”

Her cheeks turned a bit pinker as I closed the door behind her, locking it again, turning her way and motioned for her to follow me towards the back: “I am sold out, but I have two more saved, come with me.”

She slowly walked behind me as I let her towards my kitchen where I baked this morning. I walked through the door while looking back making sure she was following me.

I opened the cabinet next to the fridge and pulled out two chocolate croissants which I put there this morning, making sure they were kept fresh.

I handed them to her: “Here, all yours.” She carefully took them from my hands, our fingers brushing softly against each other.

“Uhm, thank you. How much for these?”

I waved my hand: “You already paid for them with the tip you put in the jar.”

“But, that was for the morning order.”

I smiled: “Like I said THAT was in the house.”

She blushed a little: “Okay miss stubborn. How do you do them? They were so good. All of us were amazed by the taste.”

“It’s a secret.” I said while I leaned on the counter. It was now her time to chuckle: “Let me guess, the main ingredient is love.”

I laughed: “Well, of course it is one of them. But it might be that they were baked in the morning so they were still nice, warm and fresh.”

“Wait, you made them this morning before you opened? When did you wake up?” She sounded like she didn't believe me.

“I wake up around four am to prepare everything and I open at six thirty so they have time to cool down as well.”

“You want to do that every day?”

I smiled and nodded: “Believe it or not, I do enjoy the process. It is a part of why I opened this place, and I don't have to travel here. My apartment is right above this place. So when I put them in the oven I go back to sleep for a while and then come back here to check on them.”

“That is truly amazing. I admire you for that…” She looked at me like she was searching for my name.

“Y/N.” I stuck out my hand for her to shake, which she did: “I am Steph.”

“Nice to meet you Steph.” She smiled at me as I did the same.

We talked some more before her phone rang and she had to go home. I walked her towards the door letting her out: “I can teach you to make something if you want.” I offered it to her because she seemed sincerely interested in what I do.

“Wait, for real?”

“Yeah, of course. Come here tomorrow if you have time around this time and I can teach you how to make these.” I pointed towards the croissants in her hand.

She smiled: “Okay, thank you. And thank you for these.” and just like that she was gone. Leaving me wondering while I suddenly missed her presence.

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The next day when I opened the café I was beyond excited. Today instead of the chocolate croissants the special is Neapolitan santa rosa sfogliatella. It is sweet, crispy and just delicious. It’s filled with ricotta cheese, wheat and lemon liqueur. At the top it has cream and cherry.

As I was placing them behind the glass showcase I heard the first customer walk in. It was the same blond girl from yesterday who came with Steph but this time she was alone.

“Good morning.” I said as I placed the last sfogliatella onto the plate.

“Good morning, uh, you are killing me with those pastries. They look so good. If I have another one before the training my coach is going to kill me…unless I bring her one as well.” I laughed softly as I cleaned my hands with a towel I had near me.

“They are nice and fresh, I just took them out from the oven like half an hour ago.” I explained as she nodded.

“They look lovely, I will take four to go please. Oh and three lattes with it.”

I nodded and added everything to the register: “Cash or card?” She pulled out her card making me nod and added it to the terminal letting her pay.

“It will be with you in a minute.” I said and quickly started to work on the coffees.

“Also, Steph asked me to tell you that she has to cancel the plans you two had? I am not sure what but she has to go with Calvin for a check up.” she said to me, making me pause a little and pursed my lips. Who the hell is Calvin?

“Yeah, okay. Thanks for letting me know.” I said as I handed her the coffee, now taking out a box to put the pastries in.

“I am Beth by the way.”

“I am Y/N. Here is your order. And say to Steph I said Hi." I handed her the box.

She nodded: “I will. Thank you. Have a nice rest of the day y/n.”

I sighed: “You too Beth…you too.”

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The day felt longer after I got the news that Steph had to cancel our plans. I was so excited to show her how to bake. I even brought fresh raspberries to make some raspberry croissants. But I didn’t let the disappointment show. I served the other customers with a smile on my face even though I was feeling a bit down.

At eight pm I finally closed the shop and decided to have a day off tomorrow. I knew on Saturday I would have so many more customers but I wanted to have time to explore London as well. I don’t have money problems for me to have opened the café 24/7.

After I sweeped the floor again and arranged everything, also making sure I locked the door I went upstairs to my apartment. I flopped down onto my coach and let out a sign, taking out my phone to answer some of the texts I had there since the morning.

One of the texts was from my best friend Vanesa:

Girl, you won't believe what I have!

I sighed and answered with a bunch of question marks.

Tickets for tomorrow's Arsenal women's game.

I rolled my eyes and smiled. She wasn't even in London, not alone a football fan.

Since when are you IN London and ARE a football fan?

I waited a few minutes for a reply and in the meantime I started to make some pasta with pesto for dinner.

Well, I am not but hey, you can take the Steph girl you told me about yesterday.

I huffed and texted her back:

I don't have her number and she canceled our plans for today. I am also not that much into football. I don't even know who plays for them. It would be embarrassing to invite her for something I have no idea about.

As I took the pesto out of my fridge and placed it next to me I heard notification from Vanesa pop up.

Well, here. Look at their instagram and just go alone or find a friend! I sent you the tickets to your mail.

You are unbelievable. But I have to pass. I want to explore the city a bit.

You are so stubborn! But okay, be my guest…I am still going to send them through.

I rolled my eyes and put the pasta into a bowl. I love Vanesa with all my whole heart but she can be a pushover sometimes. She definitely got the tickets for me to make a move on Steph, but I didn’t even know she liked me. We saw each other once…okay twice but still.

As I ate my pasta I let my eyes wander to the link for the Arsenal womens instagram she sent me. I clicked on it and was immediately met with hundreds of photos from their games and training. I put a handful of pasta into my mouth as I scrolled through the photos.

As my eyes land on Steph. I nearly choked on the pasta as I inhaled some air quickly. I grabbed the water I had on my table and took a sip.

It was a photo of Steph, Beth and the other two girls they were with yesterday.

Oh my god. Not only Steph knew about football more than me…she was indeed a footballer.

I pursed my lips as my finger pointed onto the photo, hoping that she was tagged in the photo. And of course she was. I opened her profile, took a deep breath in and gave her a follow.

Great, now I am going to look like a stalker…

But to my suprise, a few minutes later she followed me back.

stephcatley: stalker much?

I pursed my lips and was going to answer when my phone screen went black.

Fuck, I forgot to charged it last night.

#steph catley x reader #wosomikaela

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alotofpockets · 1 day ago

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Everything I've ever dreamed of | Beth Mead x Reader

5k celebration prompt: “Our life together is everything I’ve ever dreamed of.”

Woso masterlist | Words: 1.8k

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“Good morning Sunshine.” Beth says as she kisses the back of your shoulder and cuddles further into you. You let out a content hum and take her hand to wrap around you. “Morning baby.” Your voice still a little groggy from just waking up.

Beth continues pressing kisses onto your shoulder. You turn around with an amused smile, “What has gotten you all excited?” Your girlfriend’s smile grew, “Well, since we’ve got the weekend off, I’ve planned a little date for us. Surprise!”

You were immediately excited about what she had planned and wouldn’t stop asking her what you were going to do, but the answer kept being “It’s a surprise.” Each time she didn’t tell you, you jokingly rolled your eyes at her. In reality, it didn’t matter what she had planned, you were just happy to be spending time with her.

After she made you breakfast, yes made you, you weren’t allowed to help, you went to get ready together. “What am I supposed to wear to this mystery date?” You ask while browning your closet. “Just something comfy, I’m gonna go for jeans and a shirt.” She picks out her outfit, and you decide to match her with a pair of jeans and a shirt as well. “Gotcha, comfy not fancy.” Beth smiled, “Do with that what you will, Sunshine.”

Before you know it, you’re sitting in the passenger seat with Myle in the back, and Beth driving you out of the driveway. You figured the first part of the drive would be familiar, so you didn’t think much of it, but when she turned into Steph’s street, you started to get a little sceptical. “Our date is at Steph’s?”

Beth sends you a look, “I love Steph dearly, but we are not having our date at her place, who do you think I am?.” She says with a chuckle. “We’re just here to pick up Calvin, he’s joining us today.”

Beth parks the car, and as soon as she is about to get out of the car you jump out and say, “I’ll get him!” You rush up the stairs of her apartment building and head up to her floor. Once Steph opens the door, you step in right away. “If Calvin is coming, you must know where we are going.”

“Well, hello to you too, my dear friend.” Steph says from the doorway, still with the handle of the open door in her hand. You quickly walk back to where she is standing, in the hopes that being extra nice to her would make her tell you. “Hi Steffy, you’re a great friend, and I love you soooo much.” You say as you hug her.

She chuckles at your change of behaviour. “You’re right, I know exactly what she has planned, but I am under strict orders to not tell you anything about it.” She laughs when you let out a frustrated groan, “She’s really not telling you anything, is she?” With a shake of your head, you say, “Nope.” and lean down to pet Calvin. “Did they tell you, bud? Yeah, I’m sure they did. Lucky you, they won’t tell me a thing.”

You give Steph another hug, after she puts on Calvin’s leash and hands him over to you. “Have fun today!” You smile and thank her.

When you get to the car, you open the door to the backseat so Calvin can join Myle. After you close the door you share a look with Beth, “You told her not to tell me anything?” Beth’s smile grows, “Steph knows that a surprise is meant to stay a surprise, unlike someone else.” She teases.

Beth started driving again, and at first you still recognised the roads, but quickly you started to leave the city, and you lost track of all the turns you took. So, finally you gave up trying to figure out where you were going, and started to just enjoy the music.

The both of you were singing along to your playlist on full volume, when you realised that Beth took a turn into an offroad, signalling that you had to be close to your destination. “Are we here?” Beth looked over and saw the excitement on your face grow the closer that you got.

“Tulleys,” You read off the sign, “that name sounds familiar.” After a short moment it comes to you, “Don’t they do a pumpkin farm in the fall?” Beth nods, “They do.”

“But it’s spring, there are no pumpkins in spring.” You say with a frown. “We’re not going to an empty pumpkin patch, I promise. Do you trust me?” Beth asks as she gives your hand, that laid on her leg, a soft squeeze. “Yes, I got into your car without knowing where we were going. I think it’s safe to say that I do.” Beth jokingly rolled her eyes at your comment, and turned the next corner.

Your face lit up as you saw how Tulleys was decorated, bright colours were all around you. The entrance to the lot had a big banner topping it ‘Welcome to Tulleys Tulip Fest’. “Oh Beth, this looks so cool!”

You started your date off on the tulip fields, brightly coloured tulips filled rows and rows of land. The vibrant colours alone made you absolutely love the place. On top of that there were musicians walking around, giving you live background music.

Beth took you to one of the little restaurants for lunch, where you excitedly told her all about how much you had been enjoying your date so far. She had really outdone herself with this one.

Together you explored the whole fest, the Tulip Trail, Spring Awakening, Tulipa Lake, the Whispering Windmill, Spring Dreams, and the Secret Garden. Grabbing all the yummy goods along the way, gelato, poffertjes, donuts, tries, and coffee.

To finish the day, you were now waiting in line to go on the Observation Wheel. Both the dogs at the little doggy waiting area. You were super excited to see the whole place, so excited that you hadn’t even noticed that Beth’s mind was somewhere else.

She was fidgeting with the hem of her shirt, the nerves finally settling in after today. She had moved the ring from her bag into her pocket a few minutes ago while you weren’t looking, and suddenly it all got even more real.

You had often talked about the topic of marriage in your three years of dating, and especially the past few months. Beth had tested the waters by striking up a conversation on the topic again. She felt ready to take the next step, but she wanted to make sure that you were as well.

It was crazy how she still got so nervous about asking you to marry her, while she knew you were ready and knew that you wanted to get married to her. The moment you turned your head back to Beth, she hid her nerves behind a smile. “Ready to go on?” She asked after kissing your cheek. “So, ready. I am so excited to see this place from above!”

The view was absolutely stunning, you could see the countless rows of tulips, all the ponds, and the little building scattered throughout the location. “Beth, this is absolutely beautiful. Thank you so much for taking me here. It’s perfect here.”

When you were almost at the top when Beth fully turned to you and placed her hand on your leg to get your attention. You tore your eyes away from the view and focussed on your girlfriend, who seemed really serious all of a sudden. “Beth?”

“I’m good, there is just something I want to say.” You placed your hand on hers and gave it a reassuring squeeze. Beth smiled brightly when you locked eyes again. “I love you. Our life together is everything I’ve ever dreamed of. I would give a whole speech if I had enough time, but we’re only at the top for a little bit, so I will leave it short for now and tell you all the ways you are the love of my life later.” She paused for a moment and took her hand away from your leg.

She reached into her jeans pocket and pulled out a ring box, only then you realised what was happening. Tears immediately spring into your eyes, and your mouth opens in shock. “Y/n, will you marry me?”

��Yes! Yes! I will marry you!” You say as you fall into her arms. Tears of joy are streaming down your face as you pull away and kiss her. Beth takes the ring out of the small box, and puts it on your finger.

The moment you have the ring on your finger, the wheel starts moving again. “Wait, we need a picture at the top!” Beth smiles, she knows you so well. “Don’t worry, I slipped them a note with my plan and asked if we could go a second round.” You smile even wider, if that was even possible, “Gosh, you really are perfect. This date has been incredible, and you just made it a million times more special.”

After getting some tulip plants, flowers and memorabilia, you headed back home. You were super happy and so was Beth. The playlist you chose for the way back was full of love songs, and you were blasting it through the car while singing along at the top of your lungs.

When you got back to Steph’s place, you quickly asked if you were allowed to tell Steph about your engagement. “Yes, you can. I’m pretty sure she will immediately look for a ring though, since I told her my plan. I just didn’t text her your answer yet to keep her waiting.” She says chuckling at the last part. “Come on, let’s take the dogs up.”

“Both?” You ask, thinking Myle would come back with you. “Yeah, Steph is dog sitting so we can have the evening to ourselves.”

You head up to Steph’s apartment with both dogs, and purposely hide your hands in your pocket. Sure enough Steph opened the door immediately searching for your hand without being too obvious about it in case her best friend didn’t ask you.

“Looking for this?” You ask as you pull your hand out of your pocket and show off the ring. “Oh my god, it looks so good on you! Ah, congratulations! My best friend’s getting married, this is so amazing! Tell me everything!”

Beth kissed your cheek before taking care of the dogs, so you could start telling Steph about the date and engagement. When they were all taken care of she joined you and cuddled up on the couch next to you.

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