(A year later)

“Tori, we need you in the middle, Grant on her left, with Lu-Lu next to him. Ben, on Tori’s other side and Alyssa next to Ben. Grant and Ben, wrap your arms around their shoulders, perfect!” Adam Elmakias smiled. We were currently talking pictures for AP magazine’s section of upcoming artist. After coming up with a few original songs, we got a lot of fans pretty quick, skyrocketing us pretty high.

Other bands were here with us, getting their photos taken and I had taken the time to talk with a few of them, making friends quickly with Jack and Gabe from Sleeping with Sirens. “Grab your instruments, we’re taking individual shots, Tori, go first.” I nodded as the four left to get their stuff and followed Adam’s instructions. I walked off, Lu-Lu skipping to where I was previously and posing with funny faces and her guitar.

“Fucking wanker, shut the fuck up.” Alyssa snapped and I looked over at her, glaring at Austin from Mice.

“Relax, Ariel. I just asked for your name.” He smiled. Alyssa turned to the front and shook her head, clearly annoyed.

“Breathe.” I spoke, standing next to her.

“I’m about to rip his pretty little head off.” She growled.

“So my head is pretty to you?” Austin chuckled, Alyssa glaring at him.

“Knob head.” She mumbled, twirling her sticks in her hand. Lu-Lu joined us and Ben took her spot, Grant waiting for his turn.

“This is fun!” She squealed, which caused Alyssa to cringe.

“Right? This is the best thing that could ever happen!” I smiled.

“Hey, what’s wrong with her?” Ben walked over, pointing to Alyssa who was gripping her sticks.

“Trouble with men.” I rolled my eyes. Ben laughed and we all continued talking and when our turn was over, we sat on the huge couch with the other bands.

“So how did you guys start here?” Vic asked from Pierce.

“Lu-Lu has all these instruments, so one day we just jammed and next thing we know, we’re getting everything ready to move here to Cali.” Grant grinned.

“Sounds cool, good luck you guys.” Kellin smiled. The Mice band walked over and joined us, Austin taking the seat next to Alyssa.

“Hey, we meet again Ariel.” He smiled. Alyssa ignored him, pressing herself deeper into the couch.

The doors opened and in walked in someone that really caught my eye. He wore all black, on his face was a white line that stretched from the bottom of his temple, across his nose, to the other side. His black boots thudding softly to Adam and they began talking before he smiled. His black hair was pushed back, but had that messy look, and his eyes were brighter than the ocean. Four more guys walked in, all dressed in all black and they seemed to be wearing paint like they were going to war.

“Who are they?” Ben asked, looking to them.

“Black Veil Brides.” Jaime spoke up.

“They’re pretty cool.” Austin smiled, adding in.

I continued to stare at the man with the bright blue eyes and black hair. He took his spot in front of the camera with his band and they began taking photos. “Tori?” My eyes snapped to Lu-Lu and she giggled. “You have goggle-eyes!” I frowned and light hit her thigh, earning a laugh from her. I saw the group walking over and they smiled at us.

“Hey guys, how’s everything?” They asked.

“Andy, look, this is a new band that’s joining us, Suicide Night. Guys this is Andy, CC, Jinxx, Ashley, and Jake from Black Veil Brides. That’s Grant, Alyssa, Ben, Lu-Lu and Victoria, or Tori.” Alex Gaskarth introduced us all. I looked at the man they called Andy, the one who had caught my eye. He smiled at us and when his eyes landed on me, his smiled seemed to grow. I returned the wave, looking away as Lu-Lu began taking to Vic.

“So are you guys joining us for the Summer Tour?” Rian asked.

“Tour?” Ben repeated.

“Yeah, we’re doing this huge festival around America, up to Canada and then going to Europe.” Jack, from Sleeping, chimed in.

“Maybe, depends on our manager.” Lu-Lu spoke up.

“We can visit that famous guy that Alyssa talks about all the time.” Ben nudged her, earning a grin from her.

“What guy?” Austin asked.

“Her boyfriend, that’s why she doesn’t like you.” Phil laughed.

“My ex actually. He said that if I ever go back to Manchester he’ll kidnap me and never let me leave again.” Alyssa shook her head.

“Better keep a close eye on you then.” Austin smiled, wrapping an arm around her shoulders. She lifted her hand up in a fist to punch him when I sat up.

“Alyssa!” I half yelled, having her freeze and grumble curses, getting up and storming out. I excused myself and walked after her, catching her sitting on a bench and taking out a cigarette. “Hey, what’s up with you?” I asked, sitting next to her. She blew out the smoke, staring ahead before shrugging.

“Just not interested in dating him.” She shrugged.

“At least be nice to the guy.” I giggled. Alyssa smiled and shook her head.

“Fucking little wanker is too good for me.” I could see from the corner of my eye Austin standing behind her and he leaned in close, his arms on either side of her as he placed his chin on her shoulder.

“If anything, you’re too good for me.” Alyssa didn’t move, she didn’t even seem to care, she just continued to smoke. “I have a question for you both.” Austin smiled. I looked at him and Alyssa turned a bit to him. “How much does a polar bear weigh?” He asked. Alyssa rolled her eyes and I let out a giggle.

“Enough to break the ice.” Alyssa and I both answered and Austin grinned.

“I have two girlfriends!” Alyssa smiled, hiding it but I laughed.

“Yeah, count me out. I’m heading to the bus.” Alyssa waved at me and Austin took my spot, as I walked back I bumped into someone. Their hands grabbed my upper arms and held me close, making sure I didn’t fall.

“I’m sorry.” His deep voice rumbled and I looked up at the bright blue eyes that captivated me. “I’m Andy, you must be Tori.” He smiled. I was lost for words but quickly recovered, nodding a bit.

“Yeah, that’s me.” I cleared my throat. Andy chuckled and pulled back, walking past me.

“I hope you do go on the tour with us. I would really like to see you again.” He called over his shoulder. I watched as he walked back to the warehouse and I turned back to the bus.

Holy shit.

Notes

I know I said Saturday afternoon, but I suddenly got new that this guy came back from out of the country and I HAD to see him. :) Hope you guys enjoy! Drop a vote and a comment and the next chapter should be up soon!