From The Coffee Shop To...

*Gerard’s POV*
Okay, who the fuck was that? My only intention was to simply go get some coffee because of my restless sleep I’ve been having. I decided to try somewhere different and of course this girl was working there, she just seemed so intriguing. Other than the fact that she was super gorgeous, she just seemed like a person I would want all my adventures with and someone who would understand all my crazy thoughts. And to top it off, she knew how to make a mean cappachino and she was wearing the Smiths tee. She kind of reminded me of myself but girl version but there was still more to her that I couldn’t grasp, she wasn’t like the other girls. Also talking about a potential gig is amazing and I can’t wait to tell the guys. I found myself smiling to myself the whole way home. I walked into the apartment that I share with Mikey, but to my surprise the place had no lights on when I entered. He must be at work I thought to myself. He works at Barnes and Noble but should be back in a few hours.I had a free day ahead of me, so I decided to lay on the couch and watch The Twilight Zone until I ironically fell asleep.
“Hellooo, is anyone home?” I sprung up from the uncomfortable couch and was confused. Ah, right.
“Hey Mikes, how was work?” I asked while I started a pot of coffee to get out of this groggy feeling.
“Not too bad man, I actually came across this book while putting away books from the back and I was super intrigued with the back cover! It said “Three Tales of Chemical Romance” and I really think that would be an awesome name for the band, like we can just put a ‘my’ in front of it and call it My Chemical Romance. What do you think of that Gee?” My eyes lit up, after processing what he just said.
“Fuck dude that’s so good, I am in love with it! Seriously man you are the best at making up band names. We have to tell the guys!” I said putting my jacket on. I hurriedly poured my coffee into a thermos and put my shoes on.
“Oh and Mikey, I also have exciting news to share with you guys when we get to Frank’s.” A small grin slowly crept on Mikey’s face.
“Oh brother, what have you been up to?”
“Ha! Guess you’ll have to find out when we get there.” I smirked as I opened the front door to leave.
“You bastard!” Mikey playfully shoved me out the door. Thankfully, Frank doesn’t live too far and neither does Ray. We walked together in sync andexchanged words about music we’ve been listening to. We finally arrived at Frank’s. I knocked on the door and awaited for a response, hoping that someone would answer. No one did. Hmm, that’s weird. He should be expecting us today. Mikey and I run up to the nearest pay phone which is close by and give Frank’s home phone a call...still no answer. What the hell! His car is parked in front of his house, he has to be there. We decided to walk over to the back of the house where Frank’s window is. Luckily his room is on the bottom floor so we tried opening it, and it was opened! We climbed into his room to find it empty. Great, just great. We’re breaking into our friend’s house and he’s not even here. We heard an exceptionally loud snore coming from his living room that is tucked away in the back of his house. Mikey and I started bursting out laughing. Frank is a pretty small fellow, but when he sleeps he snores as if he is a bear in hibernation and it’s so hilarious to hear. He denies every bit of it though. We walked into the room where the beast slept.
“One, two, three…”I silently cued to Mikey. We both jumped up and talked Frank’s sleeping body.
“Ahh! I don’t want to be your prisoner!” Frank yelled.
“What kind of dream are you having man?” Mikey asked with a puzzled face.
“How the hell did you guys get in here?” Frank casually asked while wiping his eyes.
“Uhh, we had to kind of break in through your window in your room." Frank laughed. Ray finally came and we all sat down in the dining area.
“Mikey, you go first.”
“Okay so what do you guys think of this as a band name…” I laughed at the boys’ eyes as they awaited in anticipation. “…My Chemical Romance…?
“What the hell Mikey that’s brilliant!”
“What a kick ass name!”
“Fuuuuuck man.”
“I need to write this down on everything I own. I love it man!”
The guys couldn’t shut up about it, it was awesome.
“I also have some news to tell you guys.” They all came to a silence and looked up at me.
“Sooo…I know we’ve been playing house shows and getting into a few places here and there but I think we might have a shot at this placed called The Drip, have you heard of it?”
“Heard of it? Dude that’s like the new hot spot for local bands right now man!” Fuck though, how did you manage that?” Frank excitedly asked.
“Well I haven’t really yet, but I am on the track to.” I shyly smiled remembering this morning and thinking of Riley’s face and how cool she seemed.
“Well, that’s so awesome man; I really hope we can play there! Especially with our new name it’s going to be so brutal!” Ray exclaimed.
“Yeah man, I talked to this girl that works there and she’s in charge of the shop this weekend and she was going to ask her supervisor if she could set up next weekend’s gig! So I hope it all works out okay.”
“Ah, cool so I guess we’ll have to play for her?” Mikey asked.
“Yeah, maybe either that or give her one of our demos to listen to. Either way, we are so ready!” I shouted with joy.
“Hey so, there is a band playing tonight at The Drip, you guys wanna go check it out and see how the vibe is there?” Frank asked but more so demanded because he started to put on his jacket. Though we all wanted to check the place out. Maybe I’ll see Riley. I thought to myself. But probably not since she had been working so early this morning. Then we were out the door and hopped in Frank’s car to head over to the venue.

Notes

sorrrry it took so long to update! :/ I have the next chapter written down, i'll try and post it tonight as well! pleaseeee comment/subscribe/rate! I know it's been a few chapters so far but please bare with me :) I like awkotaco gifs