A notification buzzes. I pick it up expecting it to be someone I know. It isn't. Instead, it's my favorite photo in the world attached to a throwaway account. The DM is from an unknown named---N Cognito.
N Cognito - Thank you for the kind words.
I text back, 'What specifically?'
N - Many things. You're kind, playful, fun. I believe you mean what you say. Am I wrong?
Me - What did I say and when, where?
N - Fan group.
There are a few different fan groups I've been active in lately. My thumb taps out a beat on my phone screen while I debate how to further narrow it down. Heat rises to my cheeks.
M - I know, but which group?
N - All of them. I lurk and read. I don't post.
M - That's okay. I'm glad you're here.
N - What about them hooked you?
M - The music, lyrics, emotion. You?
N - Same. The attire?
M - No, I've always understood it. That your thing?
N - We all hide. Thoughts on the backstory?
M - I love it. Always wanted to join a cult. You?
N - Thought about starting one a few times. You're not obsessed with their identity?
M - No. You?
N - Doesn't matter to me.
M - Exactly. Joined the fan groups to be nosy about song meanings at first, found the other groups by accident. But all together, it sucked me in.
N - It's hard not to get swept up.
M - He probably thinks if we really knew him, we wouldn't all feel the way we do.
N - What do you mean?
M - Do you disagree?
N - He probably feels overwhelmed. Like he can never live up to the idea fans have.
M - Exactly that. And how do you prove something like that?
N - No idea.
M - IDK either. Why message me?
N - You seem genuine, like someone I'd like in person.
N - You accept and don't push. It's refreshing.
M - Do you feel like people don't accept you or like you're pushed?
N - All the time.
M - Same. What should I call you?
N - Vox. Do you have a preference?
M - I'm just me.
We texted for hours that night. The next day, I have another text.
Vox - Thanks for spending your night with me.
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Vox: A FanFic/X-Reader
FanfictionOut of respect to the anonymous masked band that inspired this endeavor, no names or pseudonyms are used. If you find yourself here, you'll probably understand. If not, feel free to ask---or just enjoy. Let me know if you think I should continue...
