Ayushi's POV (31.10.21)

Time flies away. What with all this confusion and excitement, it flew faster. It's already been more than a month since Niall's Birthday and that news. This whole month has been one of terrible chaos yet utmost happiness.

First, there was this meeting with the boys' managers. It went smoothly for about 3 hours. Exactly, three hours! Half of it, though, consisted of Ananya and me repeating what they said and digesting it. Yes, Ananya was there because she begged to come.

The result of those crucial 3 hours was that I wouldn't be staying with the boys for the whole 2 months. These famous meets always have a catch I tell you, always. They said that I could not be with them while writing and recording of songs on Album was going on. Though they also said that I would be there for at least one session- the number may increase on the boys' demand.

Oddly enough, I'm happy about this. You see, according to a document I signed, from the day I start living with them on every tweet of mine related to them especially, will be monitored so I don't leak out information. That means no one will know about the songs- even Ananya- other than me. And listening to a 1D song yet not being able to comment, like and Fangirl about it (because that would be weird in front of the boys) would be traumatizing. So as exciting as it would be hearing their song first, I can't deal with the aftermath.

The other results of the meeting- the not so depressing ones- were a schedule of the whole stay. I'll have a car waiting at my doorstep- or wherever else I want it to be- on 1 November at around 5 PM. It'll take me where the boys are going to live for the next few days. Then, I'll follow them to every city they go- stalker! - Though not everyplace- the recording studio for example.

Other than this, they gave me the other not so important information. Exciting news (Ananya says exhilarating) is that my outdoor clothes are mostly being financed by Diva!- one of the leading London brands so all I've to worry about is bring some comfy clothes that make me feel like home.

Great isn't it!

To say I was thrilled is an understatement!

After this over the top meeting which ended up in Ananya hugging the life out of me, there were the fortnightly 1D club meets.

At first, I didn't want to go there. The unwanted attention from them would've been difficult for me to handle. But then Ananya said something which made me rethink.

"Sure, don't go. They'll certainly not take it as a sign of arrogance and pride. It's just normal. Right?" She had said.

Eye opening, I'd say

So begrudgingly, I went there. At first it was cool. For the first time, I was being an introvert over there. The only reason though was to blend in and not be the centre of the attention. But things never go according to my plans.

"So guys, you all know that the contest winner has been declared." Amber started slyly and winked at me. I groaned. Traitor!

"Oh yes! I don't know why but I had a feeling I've seen her somewhere. Lucky girl!" Someone said.

"Well, wouldn't you all love to meet her?" Ananya said and I glared at her through my hood. A chorus of yes followed. I shrunk back in my seat.

"Mahi?" Anaya gave me an encouraging nod and I realized that it's about time I leave my shell. Taking a deep breath in and picturing Harry in my mind, I took a step forward and removed my hoodie.

Gasps were all I heard at first.

And then it was a total and utter anarchy in the room. I couldn't decipher what exactly was going on. All I remember, now, is that I was in the middle of it all and the root cause of it all too.

Shouldn't I be punished for this breach of Discipline?

Anyways, that was the last meet we had since the recent one was cancelled due to some reasons.

Next are the congratulations and best wishes from people all over the world- literally. There were phone calls from my parents, siblings, relatives. There were some from my friends too. My Facebook and Twitter newsfeed was literally exploding with all the messages. Even my e-mails were full.

People who knew wished me along with people who didn't know me. I even had a call from a magazine for an interview though I refused. The documents I signed in the meeting asked me not to take part in any TV show or interview before officially meeting the band. Not that I'm complaining because being in a magazine would've been weird.

Apart from these were some special Twitter moments. I received many follows on Twitter and Instagram. And I even got a tweet mention from the band after I tweeted how elated I was to be chosen and how blessed I felt and I could wait no more for the day to arrive.

"We're eager too. ;)"

Sure enough, I had a heart attack. But, suspiciously, other than that they've been mostly away from the social platform. Maybe they are busy organizing their comeback and all.

Needless to say, that tweet caused havoc on Twitter. Though I was enjoying every moment of it, I didn't bark about my sudden increase of popularity.

"That's not something I'd ever do or like anyone else to do." I replied to a nosy girl next door. She really is very annoying with that typical blonde hair and screechy voice. No hate though

Apart from all this, things have been quite normal. As normal as it could be with all this drama going on in my life as of now that is. Now, don't think I'm complaining or that I'm not grateful. In fact, I'm exactly opposite of that.

Every single second from that day on, I've been thanking God for choosing me. It was possible only because of Him and I acknowledge it whole heartedly.

Of course I've been thanking Ananya too. This wouldn't have been possible without her.

Now that we are talking about Ananya let me tell you one thing. She is really a spawn of Satan.

"It's because I'm closer to hell." She had retorted when I told her that. You see, my dear bestie is also a shortie.

No hate but I always thought short people are cute- fierce at times but mostly cute. But Anaya here is full of surprises. She is cute and fierce too. But along with that, she is a bunny high on carrots when she is excited. Nowadays, she is even more excited.

"It's not always that my best friend gets to meet her lifelines." Was all she had to say when I tried to keep her squeals to a minimum in the mall.

Yes, we were in the mall. Since the last god knows how many days, she has forced me to go on a shopping spree with her. I tried to make her understand a lot of times but it was as f she had shut reasoning off completely.

"Ananya, they are literally providing more than half of my wardrobe. And rest I can manage, we don't need anything."

"Try this jacket on. It looks funky." She said while straining her eyes to look for more cool clothes on the rack. I could only sigh and obey.

"I already have lots of bracelets you know? And we have shortlisted 10 just now. I would look like a creep with all those on."

"Hmm. But we've always thought that one day we'll have 100 unique ones each which we'd share. It's the perfect time now." She said.

"But shouldn't we wait? More merchandise- latest- would be coming soon." I debated.

"True." She nodded not really listening to me while jumping off the earrings counter.

It's not that we didn't have the 1D merchandise. We had many but most of them were old and battered yet had too many sentiments attached with them to be thrown. And since the last 2 years, the shopkeepers had stopped keeping 1D merchandise for the sale had been reducing. We, as a matter of fact, used to save from our earnings- did I tell you we work in a bakery? Ananya makes the best cookies and doughnuts ever while I excel in cakes and muffins. We worked on Saturdays and Sundays and any day we got extra time. It's quite fun to work there. The staff is mostly of old people- in fact we are the only one younger than 40. You see the owner, Rose, 56, had student workers before but they weren't the nicest lot and were troublesome. So, she shifted to the older ones and now it's been named very aptly as 'The Granny Bakery'. Long story cut short, she hired us because we needed jobs and had once helped her when her groceries fell on the street.

"Both of you are way different than them. Guess I shall make an exception for you." She had said. Thank goodness she did. This was the best place ever to work. We had a great time there and they were all very supportive when we had projects due the next day.

Wait??!! I went off the topic right? Sorry, where was I?

Oh yes, we were saving our many from job to buy at least two items a week but that was not enough for them. Funnily enough, the stores are now crammed with '1D merchandise coming soon' signs while some have put old items on sale. Currently we were on the fifth shopping trip though we hadn't really bought much. We were more of a window shoppers kind people who got thrills seeing new items and just trying them on.

That's all my days consisted of nowadays. Immense fangirling and serious mall-wanderings with a dash of studies and just a pinch of sanity.

The perfect way of life, if you ask me.

Right now, I was in my bed. From the dim light in the room, I could make out the outline of the 2 bags that had almost everything that I'd need for the next 2 months. Except courage that is

It was way past midnight but sleep was not visiting me anytime soon. The tingles of excitement were quite a barrier from the blissful wonders of sleep. I was just hours away from boarding the car and a few more hours away from meeting the boys.

Insane, isn't it? I am finally going to meet the five most important people in my life. Five boys who have always been there for me even if they don't know me. In my heart, I've always believed that they support me and I matter for them.

Didn't they say that every fan matters for them?

And now, I am going to meet them. Like, actually see them in front of me, touch them, laugh with them, enjoy with them and live with them.

Oh how I wish this ain't a dream!

Heavens knows, every single night before going to sleep I pray. I pray that I still have my feet on the ground while my heart is up there amongst the clouds. And I pray that all this does not turn out to be a dream that will end any given moment. At the same time, I thank Him. I thank Him for giving me this chance, for believing that I am worth it.

God knows how much I love those boys. And God only knows how much I've always wanted to go to their concerts, belt out the lyrics and jump and shout and just live in the moment.

And finally, my moment is here. I hope I don't screw it up!

And for than to not happen, sweetie, you gotta sleep!

My brain brought me back to reality. Holy shit! I should go to sleep if I even want to wake up tomorrow.

Jeez! I'm so excited!

And with a grin on my face and a certain curly haired boy in my mind, I drift off to sleep.

Little did I know that I'm in for a big surprise...

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ChocoLove <3