Angels calling

part 5

(note :  okay not sure I used the correct translation for 'lie' in this chapter  so sorry in advance)

A little later everyone is showered and ready to go into town. Elena has searched the internet for some cafes where they can go. And the guys are now choosing which one they like the most. They decide on a kind of rock café with live music, which is not too far away from the hotel where the boys will spend the night. They arrive after a walk of 15 minutes, it is busy and there is a good atmosphere. Par gets the first rounds of drinks and soon it is very nice. At a certain point the conversation turns to funny mistakes made on stage, falling over wires, wrong songs, forgotten lyrics, you name it. "You also had a nice failure today behind your drums Hannes" laughs Elena. "It was funny and clever how you covered it up". Hannes looks at her "did you notice that? And I thought to play over it nicely because it didn't sound that different in the song "he laughs. Elena also laughs, "yes for someone who does not know the drums would not have noticed, if you know what to play then the mistake noticeable ." Elena knocks back the rest of her drink. Hannes looks at her in disbelief. "You know the drums?" he asks. Elena nods. In the meantime, there is a break in the live music. "Okay I dare you to go to those guys and ask if you can play a song". Hannes says with a grin on his face. The rest of the table starts to shout, but Elena doesn't hesitate and gets up. She walks to the boys and tells them of the challenge Hannes has given her. After some consultation, the drummer gives his drumsticks to Elena and wishes her success. They decide to play the song house of eternal hunt from Avatar. Elena drums the entire song without much effort and is absorbed in it. When the song is over, there is a lot of cheers and whistles from Sabaton's table. Elena thanks the band and returns to the table. When she gets back to the group, everyone laughs and slaps Elena on her shoulders. Hannes stands in front of her and makes a bow, after which he gives her a hug. "I didn't expect you could actually play that," he says. "But damn this was good! "They sit down together and Elena gets a shot. "To Elena" says Joakim as he raises the glass. "Our savior in times of need". Elena flushes her cheeks and raises her own glass. "On you, a bunch of great madmen, I wouldn't have wanted to miss this evening" and she drowns the shot. It is a pleasant evening with no incidents except 1. A boy had tried to get Elena home with him when she went to get drinks. Chris had seen the boy being difficult and not wanting to let her go. He had walked over to Elena and wrapped his arms around her waist and kissed her cheek. At first the boy wanted to send Chris away until Elena turned in Chris's arms and kissed him back. The boy was then quickly gone and the evening went without any problems.

at 3 am the group decides that it is late enough and that they go to the hotel. all of them have been drinking reasonably well and it can be seen in some of them. the most down-to-earth are Elena and Hannes who are the last of the group to leave the café. outside they have to laugh a lot at the rest of their group, Chris is leaning against a pole and tries to stay upright, tommy is as happy as a small child because he sees the moon and joakim and par help each other to walk, which is actually going pretty good. "Okay now get our hurdles back to the hotel" laughs Hannes and walks to Tommy. Elena walks over to Chris and gently takes his arm. "come on then I will help you" she laughs and Chris puts his arm around Elena, they start walking together. "So this is why I normally don't drink that much," Chris actually says surprisingly clear and without a double tongue. "the alcohol always immediately hits my balance". Elena laughs about it. "luckily you never drink alone and there is always someone to help you". the group continues to laugh. it is a nice sight to see. 4 men who have difficulty walking of which 3 go in all directions except the good one and then 2 who try to keep the whole mess together. after a 5-minute walk they finally reach the hotel where the boys are staying tonight.

"Are you going to get them all up, or should I help you?" Elena asks Hannes. Hannes looks at her, "and where are you going after that?" He asks. Elena shrugs, "I think I'll go to the train station and see when the first train is going back home". although all the boys are fairly intoxicated, none of them agree. "then you have to go there in the dark alone, and maybe I don't know how long to wait for a train!" Chris sputters. the others agree. "we don't let a woman go alone, it's dark and outside it's freezing! "Joakim shouts with double tongue. Chris thinks for a long time, then his face brightens." I have a large sofa in the room, if I lie on it, you can take the bed! "he says, glad that he has come up with a solution. the rest of the band thinks this is a better plan than you just waiting at the station." okay, only I sleep on the couch, how your balance skills are now you will fall of definitely "says Elena, which makes everyone laugh. Everyone wishes each other goodnight and goes upstairs.

Arriving together upstairs at Chris's room, Chris opens the door. It is a luxurious quite large room for a hotel. It has a large bed and a sofa. "Wow, what a beautiful room" says Elena. "Yes, it is very beautiful here". Chris rummages through his suitcase and takes out a shirt. "You can use these as pajamas, here" and he throws the shirt at Elena. "Do you want shorts too, or is a shirt enough?" He still asks. "No a shirt is enough to sleep in, thank you" Elena walks into the bathroom And changes in front of the mirror she braids her hair so that it doesn't get tangled and then she walks back to the room. Chris is already lying on the couch playing with his phone. "Hey, I would lie there, remember?" Chris laughs, "a lady shouldn't be on the couch". "What about a rock star?" Elena throws over it. "If you don't want to let me sleep there, at least just lie in bed, it's big enough for 2 people," she says afterwards. "Are you sure? Isn't that a problem?" Chris asks. "Otherwise I would not have suggested it?" Elena says smart mouthed. "If you are sure I will gladly accept the offer! This sofa looks more comfortable than it is " Chris smiles as he gets into bed. They talk a bit but soon they both fall asleep.

When Elena is awake at night for a moment, she notices that she is unable to move . Chris leans against her with his arms around her, when he notices that Elena is moving, he presses her closer to him with his arms and nestles his nose in her neck and sleeps a little more. Secretly Elena likes this and with a satisfied smile and with her hands over Chris's she soon falls asleep again until the sun wakes them up in the morning.

The next morning Elena is the first to wake up, Chris is still holding her in his arms so she decides to lie down until he is awake too. Not much later there is also movement behind her and Chris wakes up. As soon as he notices how they are lying and that Elena is already awake, he apologizes but remains lying down notices Elena. "It's not very nice, it is actually quite comfortable and you were so cute to see" Elena giggles. Elena turns in his arms and Chris turns on his back so that Elena can lie on his chest with her head. He tickles her back absently, causing Elena to crawl up against him. Why can't Tim be like that? Elena thinks. Tim never tickles or snuggles or hugs her at all. When she thinks about it, he never shows any love at al . Without thinking about it, Chris presses a kiss on Elena's head. The fairytale is broken when Chris's phone rings. He answers and starts talking in Swedish. Elena decides to get up and stretches well next to the bed, giving Chris a good view of her behind. She packs her clothes and goes to the bathroom to freshen up and get dressed. When she comes back, Chris is also dressed and they go downstairs to eat. The rest of the band and Floor and Freya are also downstairs greeting the newcomers. After a good meal it is time for Elena to go home. Everyone gives her a hug and Elena thanks everyone for the great day and night and wishes them a good tour. Freya also stands with Elena with a disappointed face. "Don't go away" she says sadly and sticks out her arms. Elena picks her up and holds her tight. "Sorry little girl I have to go home " she gets a kiss on the cheek from Freya after which she puts her back on the ground. Hannes hands her a piece of paper with a phone number on it. "Please let me know when you're home safely, okay?" He asks. Of course, I will. And gives him one more hug. Chris also comes over and he gives Elena a hug. "Thanks for the cuddling tonight" he whispers and gives another kiss on her head. Then Elena turns and walks out of the hotel. On to the train station, of home.