I woke up early the next day with a smile on my face as I remembered the events from the day before. The night had been fairly quiet as the boys were tired from travelling so by the time they had dinner and unpacked, they were exhausted and went straight to bed while I watched The Parent Trap with my Mom. When I went to bed, I still couldn’t believe All Time Low was staying in my house. I was breathing the same air as the four guys I had admired and sang along with for a little over a year! Not to mention the fact all seven boys were totally gorgeous.
I had a quick shower when I got out of bed before brushing my teeth and tying my hair back in a messy bun. I put on a sky blue vest top and light denim shorts then made my way to the kitchen but I sure as hell wasn’t expecting to find Zack Merrick all topless, sweaty and downing a bottle of water in my kitchen at 9 in the morning! Once again, I was frozen in the doorway with my mouth wide open. I managed to compose myself just before he saw me.
“Oh, hey Sydney” Zack said with a grin as I poured a drink of orange juice.
“Morning Zack, did you sleep well?”
“Like a baby! By the way, you don’t have to worry about taking Skittles for a walk ‘cause we’ve just been for a run.” he said as he started patting himself down with a towel. I’d been so busy staring at Zack that I hadn’t even noticed Skittles drinking the water from his bowl. My bad!
“Oh, thanks for that!” I said with a small smile. God, he’s so beautiful! “How long d’you think it’ll be before the rest of the guys wake up? I‘ll make us some breakfast.”
“I reckon in about 10 minutes once I mention food!” he replied with a gentle laugh then made his way along the hall, leaving me to make a start on breakfast. It wasn’t long before I heard “ewww ZACK! Get off me, you’re all sweaty!” coming from the room on the ground floor, followed by Zack running upstairs and the same response from the other band and crew members as he apparently jumped on top of them. I laughed quietly as I started making a feast of bacon, eggs and toast.
“Holy crap, look at all this food!” Alex said as he skipped into the kitchen and sat down at the breakfast bar.
“There’s plenty for everyone so dig in.” I replied with a smile as the rest of the boys joined Alex and I.
“Damn Syd, this is good stuff! Best breakfast I’ve had in a long time.” I blushed at Matt’s compliment as the others agreed with him.
“Well, what can I say? I’m used to making breakfast for growing boys.”
“I’m so stuffed; I’ll burst if I eat anything else!” Rian said with a stretch once we were all finished.
“I’m glad you all enjoyed it as much as I did.” I said as I started clearing the table. There was a whole pile of washing up to do as we didn’t have a dishwasher and I really wasn’t looking forward to it.
“I’m first in the shower!” Jack shouted as he jumped out of his chair and started to run towards the stairs before he tripped, done a forward roll then got up as if nothing happened. Everyone in the kitchen was crying with laughter at the scene we had all witnessed due to getting up from the table.
“That boy is insane!” I laughed as I started filling the sink with hot, soapy water.
“He’ll never change though, and that’s why we love him.” Danny said as he brought the remainder of the plates over to the sink. I realised we were the only ones left in the kitchen and suddenly felt butterflies fluttering away in my stomach. “You wash and I’ll dry?” I looked at him with a puzzled look on my face. “I’ve already showered so I might as well help you out down here.” he smiled.
“Thanks a lot Danny, though I think it’s better if you wash and I dry since I know where everything goes.” I said, returning the smile.
“Sure thing boss!”
“So, what exactly do you do for the band?”
“I’m their best roadie and guitar tech.” he answered with his heavenly laugh. “Don’t tell Matt I said that though or he’ll kick my ass!”
“Oh, we can’t be having that can we? I don’t want to explain to my Mom why there’s blood on the walls and you’ve been rushed to hospital! Is Matt a roadie too then?”
“Well, he’s tour manager, hence why he’s here but he does a little bit of everything else too. Roadie, guitar tech, backing vocals, occasional merch…everything really.”
“Wow, busy guy! How come you’re here then?” I asked jokingly.
“Because the guys just can’t live without me I suppose.” he replied with a soft smile. I was glad he didn’t take my question seriously, as he seemed like a genuinely nice guy and I didn’t want to fall out with him.
It didn’t take us long to do the dishes as there was two of us so when we were finished, I gave Danny a hug to say thanks then we walked along the hall to the living room to watch telly and wait for the others. Rian was already sitting on the chair watching The O.C when we entered the room so we sat on the sofa before I lay with my legs on top of Danny’s legs.
“What time have you guys to be at the studio today Ri?” I asked as I cuddled the cushion for comfort. It was only then I realised Danny was running his hand up and down my leg whilst staring at the television. I held in a giggle and looked back at Rian.
“You’re Mom said we should be there for 12:30. Knowing Jack and Alex though, we’ll be lucky to make it for midnight!” Just as he finished talking, we could hear Matt shouting at Jack and Alex to hurry up or they were getting left behind then he slammed the bedroom door shut and came down to the living room.
“It’s harder than gathering sheep when it comes to those two maniacs.” he sighed as I moved to let him sit beside me. I laughed and rolled my eyes before leaning into Danny. I wasn’t sure what it was but I felt so comfortable with Danny, even more so when he wrapped his arms around me.
Evan and Zack joined us in the room around 10 minutes later. I looked at the clock on the wall and realised there was 15 minutes before we definitely had to leave to make it to the studio before 12:30 so I got up from my comfortable spot on the sofa and made my way upstairs to the room Alex was using but there was no sign of him. I then made my way to Jack’s bedroom where there was a strong smell of aftershave. They had to be in here somewhere so I checked the bathroom but it was empty too. That’s when I heard quiet sniggering coming from the wardrobe.
“Oi, downstairs in the next FIVE minutes or you’re sleeping on the streets for the next week!” I yelled as I pulled the door back and saw both boys cowering in the corner of their hiding place then walked away.
“Shit Alex, I think she’s being serious.” I heard Jack say as I left the room.
“She’s more serious than Matt, that’s for sure! She’s scarier too.” Alex whined as I made my way downstairs again.
“I get the feeling they’ll be down soon.” I chimed as I entered the living room and returned to my seat beside a sniggering Danny and Matt and sure enough, Jack and Alex joined us in less than five minutes.
“Are we finally good to go?” Evan asked as they entered.
“Of course we are Evan!” Alex replied as if they had all day.
“Do you guys know how to get there?” I asked, looking more at everyone else than Jack and Alex.
“Yeah, I was taking it all in yesterday but aren’t you coming with us?” Matt asked with a sad expression on his face.
“I wasn’t going to but I can if you like?” They all nodded. “There’s one condition though.”
“What’s that?”
“I’m driving the van!” I said as I grabbed the keys and ran for the front door. “Last one out’s a douche and has to lock the door!” I added when I reached the door then there was a stampede of 20-year-old boys running after me. First time for everything. I thought as we all climbed into the van, leaving poor Danny to become today’s “douche” and lock the door.
