A Christmas Epiphany

"Isn't it a bit much?" Laura asks as they admire Madrid's Christmas lights. "Always training together - gotta be hard, no?"

Javi shrugs. "Yuzu's different. We can be rivals and friends."

"Didn't you say you even room together sometimes? How does that work?"

"It's... comforting. Knowing you're not alone." Javi is glad Laura cannot see him blush. They share a bed sometimes. Having a warm, familiar body to curl up against works wonders on both their sleep.

They walk in silence for a while.

"You're in love with him." It's not a question and Javi suddenly realizes Laura's right. As always.