The Idiot's Dream (billie joe armstrong x reader)
BIG SIDENOTE: THIS IS THE FIRST FANFIC IVE EVER WRITTEN, SO IT IS QUITE ROUGH
Esme Dickinson thought she knew what it meant to love someone from afar, but nothing could prepare her for the life-altering journey that begins with a single song.
Eighteen-year-old Esme Dickinson has always found solace in music, her life soundtrack dominated by the raw energy and emotion of punk rock. When she finally attends her dream concert, an electrifying night she's been dreaming about for years, her world takes a turn she could never have anticipated. In a moment of pure adrenaline, Esme is pulled onstage by none other than Billie Joe Armstrong, Green Day's legendary frontman who has unknowingly shaped her life from a distance.
What begins as a surreal encounter under the spotlight quickly evolves into something deeper when Esme is invited backstage after the show. Billie Joe, with his magnetic charisma and world-weary wisdom, sees something in Esme that's more than just a fan's admiration. As their connection deepens, Esme is thrust into a whirlwind of emotions, navigating the complexities of a relationship with a man whose life has been anything but ordinary.
Amidst the chaos of fame and the introspective quiet of their private moments, Esme and Billie Joe explore what it means to truly see and be seen by someone. Their bond challenges them to confront their own fears, desires, and the daunting realities of their very different worlds. This is a story about finding love in the most unexpected places, the delicate balance between vulnerability and strength, and the courage it takes to embrace the unknown.
