Chapter 4
Hey guys! Soooo heres some news....I meet 3/4 of Of Mice and Men like two days ago and got to see them perform live and wow omg I cant even express how excited I was. I had bought myself a show ticket and meet and greet ticket to see them in Maryland the day before my birthday and holy cow it was the best night of my life. Unfortunately Alan didn't get to come to the meet and greet because he was at the doctor because he was sick but he did still perform and I was like right in front of him. At the meet and greet Aaron, Tino, and Phil signed stuff and I gave them a letter and we talked AND AARON SANG HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME AND I GOT A HUG FROM THEM ALL and guys I can't express how great it was. Like guys my dreams came true. This whole paragraph is a mess but omg that's exactly how I am a mess lol.
And omg I made a concert friend and she was so so nice and there were these girls that caught the setlist Alan threw into the crowd at the end of their set and they gave it to me because they said I seemed like a huge fan and it freaking made my night. Up above is my meet and greet picture. I look like a total dork in it but I met my idols so can you blame me? I tried to put a video of Alan in here but it won't let me so here's a poor picture
I have all the videos and pictures and such from the concert on my Instagram (@driftwood_heart ) if you guys want to see any of them. If you do swing by give me a follow and let me know you're from here in a dm or something and I'll follow you back!!!
I'm still in awe that I actually got to meet them, they mean the world to me and omg I never thought it would actually happen. And I got to see them perform live as well as Badflower, Palisades, and Nothing More! (Their videos are on my insta too!)
Anyway I'll quit fangirling. Here's a new chapter! Let me know in the comments what you guys think. Is this something you guys are interested in reading or does it need something else or what? Show it some love and tell ya friends to give it a read if ya want! Thank you guys so much for reading, it means the world to me. I hope you lovelies have an amazing day/night and I appreciate all of you 💕
Alan's POV
I stared at my reflection in the mirror as I ran a hand through my messy hair trying to fix it some. My whole body tensed as I heard a knock from downstairs. Our new neighbors were here and I was not ready to meet them, but I had to. I had to do what my mom wanted or at least try. She puts up with my childish ways enough as it is so this was the least I could do. I took a deep breath as some of the muffled conversation from downstairs drifted up towards my room.
I straightened my flannel out once more and then quietly made my way out of my room. As I walked down the stairs the loud voice of who I assumed to be Mr. Carlile caused me to flinch slightly. I stopped again and gave myself another moment before beginning to walk down the steps again. Once I got to the bottom of the stairs I could see everyone sitting in the living room. My dad was the first to see me and he sent a small smile my way before coming over to me.
He gave me a small side hug before nodding his head and leading me over to where everyone else was.
"This is my son Alan." He said. "Alan this is Mr. Carlile and his son Austin."
"Hi." I said in a small voice.
"Call me Robert!" Mr. Carlile said jumping from his seat and thrusting his hand towards me for a shake. I stepped back, instantly startled by the action, and looked to my Dad for help.
"Sorry Robert, Alan's really shy and doesn't like handshakes."
"No worries! My bad. Nice to meet you Alan." Mr. Carlile said sending a huge smile my way. He looked over at the boy from earlier and motioned him up. "This is my boy Austin." He said as he patted the boy on the back. "You guys are about the same age, maybe you'll become friends." He said and nodded his head. "Austin could use a good friend. He's a great kid ya know, maybe a tad bit rebellious bet aye what kid isn't? He makes good grad-".
"Okay Dad that's enough." Austin said with a chuckle.
"Sorry my bad." He put his hands up. "Kids these days. Not wanting to be bragged on." He said with a chuckle of his own and took a seat back down on the couch. My dad nudged me to the empty love seat before going and sitting next to my mom and continuing his conversation with Mr. Carlile. I tucked my leg up under myself and pulled one knee up to my chest while I watched them talk. I felt myself jump slightly every time Mr. Carlile's voice would raise. He wasn't being rude or mean, he was just a very loud and outgoing person it seemed. I kept my cool though and was able to keep to myself, well I was until I felt the other end of the seat dip.
"Hey," I looked over to see Austin sitting right next to me. "I'm Austin, as you probably already know." He said with a wide grin. "I think I saw you earlier today. In your window right?" My breathing hitched because he was so close but I knew I had to keep my cool. I hugged my leg closer to my chest and nodded my head.
"Yeah that was me." I said in a quiet voice. "Sorry about that. I wasn't trying to be nosey or anything." He laughed a little.
"Dude it's completely fine. I would have done the same thing if I had neighbors moving in." He said and ran a hand through his dark hair. "Do you go to Shady Glade?" I shook my head.
"No I'm actually homeschooled."
"Awe that sucks. I was hoping I'd see you around. Guess it's a good thing you live across the street." He gave me a goofy grin and I found myself smiling back at him. "We can h-"
Austin didn't get to finish because he was cut off by his Dad basically yelling.
"AND I WAS LIKE DAMN DAVE THATS NOT HOW YOU DO IT!"
I reacted almost instantly. I jumped before both of my knees curled to my chest and my arms wrapped around them.
"Hey are you okay?" Austin said looking at me worriedly.
"Y-yeah." I said and glanced back at his dad who was still talking loudly. My heart was racing after being startled and I needed a minute to myself. "Excuse me." I said to Austin and hurried up out of my chair and up the stairs.
I stepped into my room and let out a breath. After a minute or so I shook my head in frustration. Austin probably thought I was so stupid now. I mean I did just get up and run from the room because I got scared by his Dad's voice. It was just so loud and all of the sudden.
"Alan-" I heard from the doorway and jumped again. I looked to see Austin standing there with a concerned look on his face. "Are you okay?" He asked taking a couple cautious steps into the room. I nodded my head and looked down.
"Yeah I'm fine."
"Are you sure?" He asked as he walked to stand right in front of me. I nodded my head again. "What happened?"
"I'm really sorry." I said in a sort of frantic voice. "It's stupid. I just...your Dad's voice startled me. I'm sorry. It wasn't his fault. I just got scared because it happened all of the sudden and then I just needed a moment to calm myself down and I-"
Austin chuckled lightly and nodded. "No need to apologize, I get it. He can be pretty loud sometimes. Are you sure you're okay?" He said and a hand on my arm. My first instinct was to back away but instead I took a breath and nodded my head.
"Yeah, I'm sure."
"Good." He said and smiled again. I looked up at him and as I felt his gaze directly on me my cheeks heated up and I looked down before smiling up at him again. Austin seemed nice. Maybe it wasn't such a bad idea meeting him.
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