fivesos one shots

·marching band· ch

I couldn't stand still. There were butterflies in my stomach. I don't why I always felt this before the marching band would come out and play. I had done it plenty of times for football games, people going off to state, but this one was different. This one I had been practicing for months. This was a parade and we were going to be on t.v.

Everyone was anticipating with excitement. I watched as the other schools marched out dancing with their instruments. I smiled at the screen as the rest of the band judged them pointing out the very small flaws.

I turned and walked back into the group dressing room and found my friends fixing their uniform.

"Isn't this exciting Janelle?!" my friend squealed and touched up her makeup. I only nodded because I was almost overwhelmed with nervousness. There was one thing at the back of my mind though.

Calum. Calum was my boyfriend of 6 months now. It wasn't even a year yet but he always made me feel some type of way I don't understand yet. It was a good feeling and I craved more of it. Calum had told me he wanted to come but he didn't know if his parents would let him go. He was also told to focus on his studies more but this was break. I sighed to myself and glanced at myself in the mirror.

I mean...even if he doesn't come he can just watch us on t.v. right? I decided to text my best friend Ashton for any news.

to Ashton: hey are you here??(:

from Ashton: how can i miss my sister's big day?

to Ashton: thanks Ash. have you heard anything about Calum?

from Ashton: no i heard he got in a fight with his parents again

to Ashton: oh...

from Ashton: hey cheer up aren't you happy that im here??? )):

to Ashton: of course im happy(-: you're my best friend

I shut my phone off and shoved it in my pocket. I sat on the chair silently and closed my eyes listening to the holiday music in the distance.

"I'm guessing Prince Hood is not coming tonight to sweep his princess off her feet today." a familiar voice chuckled. I didn't hesitate to immediately reply not bothering to even open my eyes.

"Shutup Luke."

"Wow, does it hurt that much?" I opened my eyes to see a smirk plastered on his face as he plopped down in the seat next to me.

"How did you even get in here?" I snapped rolling my eyes.

"My mom is one of the organizers here." Luke shrugged. We were silent for a moment then I spoke.

"Today is our 6 month anniversary," I mumbled, "so yeah it does kind of hurt. But it's not like it's his fault. His parents just want to protect their only son."

"What about Mali?"

"Haven't you heard? She's gotten herself into a singing career. Remember that one audition she went to and Cal played the guitar while she sang? That's where it began. Anyway she's never home anymore...and I'm sure it gets lonely at home when Calum is gone too." I sighed and Luke nodded in agreement. He stared at me for a moment then clicked his tongue standing up.

"I'll tell you one thing about that boy Janelle," Luke smiled genuinely, "no matter what the case is, he never lets you down and you know it." Luke shoved his hands in his pockets then walked out leaving me startled.

Luke was wierd. His personality was cocky but when he really wanted to speak, he would become the kindest person ever. It confused me sometimes but I realised that there were many reasons why his tone would be so cold on occasions. Besides, everyone has their own issues right?

"Janelle! Get up! Everyone is lining up!" My friend ran in and I hopped up from my seat. The butterflies in my stomach made a reappearance and I pushed away the nausea. At this point I couldn't figure out if it was nervousness or anxiety anymore.

.......

The crowd was loud and everyone looked like specks from above. The sun was brighter than I thought and the butterflies disappeared. I stood in my spot and began doing what we rehearsed every week.

We stood on the red road where the main area was and everyone began cheering. I thought I saw a few people from school. I know for sure I spotted Ashton as it seemed as if he was the loudest. I smiled as he waved like an idiot. My eyes secretly searched for the raven hair I loved. But it wasn't there. I continued the routine we practiced and continued to march on as we finished it.

We walked on and on spinning in circles until I felt nauseous again. I tried to steer my mind away from whatever thoughts circled my mind and before I knew it we were back inside again.

We began packing up immediately and I checked my phone. I had a text from Michael.

from Michael: saw you. you did so good!!

to Michael: thanks Michael how did i look on tv? lol

from Michael: idk about that cause i saw you live but im sure guys looked amazing

to Michael: wait. YOURE HERE?

from Michael: waiting outside. come fast it's getting pretty hot i dont wanna get sunburned!

to Michael: omG im cominggg!!!!

I tossed my phone and took off out the door. I ran into the parking lot aimlessly looking around for the familiar fringe and tall boy. I smiled when he waved. Behind him stood Ashton and Luke.

"Michael!" I yelled out jumping into his arms. Michael my best friend from work. He's the one who showed me how to work and do random shit without getting caught but that was close to a year ago and I hadn't seen him since. I hugged Ashton and nodded at Luke.

"So I'm assuming you guys know each other?" I questioned. They all nodded.

"It's a small word."

"Oh and we have something else for you." Ashton giggled walkinh over to the trunk of the car. "We kidnapped someone." He opened the trunk and there sat Calum Hood with a poster that read, The Marching Band Was Amazing But It Would Be Even More Amazing If You Went To Prom With Me.

I laughed at how crappy the line as Calum crawled out holding a bouquet of flowers. I hugged him tightly and smiled to myself silently then I released my grip and stared at him.

"Really Calum? Hiding in a damn trunk?"

thanks for requesting Janelle! this one was kind of hard to jazz up lol but it's something new to me and i hope you like it((:

also i don't know much about marching bands and stuff so i tried to make it sound realistic.

requests are always open just dm me i love my readers<33

~ z e e