In These Coming Years

Chapter 9

*Brendon's POV*

" And now, it's time for that person's request from earlier. We're going to see a Panic song," Alice said into the mic. The crowd cheered. She looked at me & winked. " But it won't be Miss Jackson because I nearly died doing that backflip & I feel like the performance of that song without a backflip is empty. Soooo, I might do a Fever song. Okay, I know this is weird, but I know the dance Brendon did to There's a Good Reason These Tables Are Numbered."

Oh I'd love to see her dance to that. The crowd cheered. Jason started tapping on the rim of the drum set, starting the introduction.

" Please leave all overcoats, canes &

Top hats with the doorman.

From that moment, you'll be

Out of place & underdressed.

I'm wrecking this evening already &

Loving every minute of it.

Ruining this banquet for the mildly inspiring &.."

*Alice's POV*

We were now headed to the after-party. It wasn't that far from the venue.

" Who's hosting this?" I asked.

" Pete," Brendon replied.

" Is the rest of the band with him?!"

" Probably. I don't know. It'd be cool."

" IT'D BE FUCKING AMAZING!" Jason exclaimed.

" Right? I love Fall Out Boy," Erin said.

" Yeah, I like them too," Omar said. He looked at me & smiled. He's been giving me certain looks ever since he 'dedicated' the song to me. Brendon probably noticed too because he's been giving him death glares ever since.

Finally, we were at the after-party. Jason & Erin made it their mission to find & meet Fall Out Boy. I just wanted to dance. Brendon was gonna get drinks with Dallon, Spencer, Kenny & Zack. Jessie & I headed for the dance floor.

" So, how does it feel to be on tour with us?" I asked.

" I can't believe you actually brought me! I'm still in shock, Al," she smiled. " Also, I can't believe that Pete Wentz is breathing the same air as we are right now."

" You're so weird," I chuckled. " Yup, the boys made it their mission to find him & his band if they're here with them."

" I'm gonna make it my mission too. Do you mind if I- uh-"

" Yeah go ahead! I'll be here if any of you need me."

I watched Jessie disappear into the crowd & I continued to dance to the music. I felt someone twirl me around. I giggled & closed my eyes as I spun. I expected it to be Brendon, so I wrapped my arms around that person. Then I opened my eyes & saw Pete Wentz standing there. He stood there smiling, placing his hands on my hips.

I looked at him in shock & unwrapped my arms. I looked down, feeling like an idiot. "Sorry, I thought you were Brendon," I p
" It's okay. Do you wanna dance?" He asked, bring my arms back to his neck.

" But it's awkward. I might end up fangirling mid-dance," I chuckled.

" It's fine. I don't mind," he smirked.

*Brendon's POV*

I took a sip of my beer. I've been with Spencer & the boys this whole time. I feel like dancing. I wanna dance with Alice. I finished my beer.