CHAPTER 1 – When We First Met

The line that Elsa found herself standing in seemed to be taking forever and she silently cursed herself in English and Finnish for not showing up earlier.

She hadn’t expected this many people to be here – not many people in her city knew who the band was, but hey people, mortals and supernatural alike surprised you sometimes.

She looked down at herself, smirking as she took in her black combat boots, torn black skin-tight jeans, tight white shredded tank top and Jinxx’s war paint up her arms – she looked good and she was ready to have a good time.

Sighing as she tried to see over the line, Elsa tucked a strand of her teased black and neon blue dyed hair behind one ear and trained her heavily lined/painted brown eyes that had Jinxx's warpaint done around them on the front door, readjusting her backpack.

Finally, they were letting people in and soon enough, Elsa found herself in a place that she thought of as more of a home than her own.

The club they were in was small, but that was okay because it just meant that Elsa would be able to get right up front, which is what she was currently doing and she liked the smaller venues.

So many of these girls looked desperate – Purdy Girl t-shirts and Andy war paint… pathetic. Elsa liked the guys, she thought they were all cute, but she loved the music more and that was why she was here.

She played piano, violin and guitar herself and if she looked up to anyone in the band it was Jinxx. There was just something about the shy guitarist that made Elsa smile and he was beyond talented when it came to making music, somehow, he also gave her a warm fuzzy feeling inside whenever she thought of him, saw photos or watched videos of him.

After a few moments of pushing and excusing herself, then depositing her backpack up against the stage – she knew security guards kept them from being snagged by some nimrod if they were placed there.

She came often enough to be confident of that – Elsa found that she was right up against the stage on the left side and the opening band Forever in Flames was getting ready to come on.

Elsa didn’t have anything against opening bands, but she had come here to see one band and one band only – Black Veil Brides. At twenty she was older than most fans, but that didn’t mean the band meant any less to her than it did to others.

They hadn’t saved her life, but they had improved the quality of it and she was hoping to one day at least get to tell them that. After an excruciating thirty-minute set from the opening band, a hush fell over the crowd and Elsa could faintly see people moving around on stage.

Obviously the sets were being changed over and a roar burst forth from the crowd once the BVB pentagram appeared and the lights began to flicker.

Suddenly someone was standing right in front of her and as Elsa heard the raw sound of his guitar squeal through the speakers, she felt a chill run down her arms and a big goofy grin spread across her face.

The band started in on Legacy and as Elsa looked at them, looked at their painted faces, big hair and ripped skinny jeans, she felt like she was completely in her element.

They played and they played, until finally Elsa could hear the opening guitar for one of her favourite songs – Rebel Love Song. Looking up to the guitarist standing in front of her, Elsa smiled and then felt like she was going to faint.

Jinxx was looking right at her and just as Andy sang out the line ‘take your hand in mine’ Jinxx smirked at her, crouched down slightly and reached out for her. Their fingers touched briefly, but Elsa would never forget the feel of his calloused fingers against the soft palm of her hand while he smiled sweetly at her.

Suddenly the show was over, having ended with Fallen Angels and Elsa could feel her face flame as she made eye contact with Jinxx once again right before he left the stage.

Her heart was pounding, her legs hurt from standing and she was dying of thirst, but it was worth it…it would always be worth it to see these guys play. The small venue began to empty out and finally Elsa felt like she could breathe.

Everyone was running over to the merch table where a meet & greet was going to be soon, but Elsa took her time, spending a few minutes standing where she had been for the show with her eyes closed as she tried to just remember every moment and burn it in to her brain.

She didn’t get to see BVB often, they’d never come to her city or anywhere near it and so she had to savour it while she could.

She hadn’t realized she had been standing there for so long, her palms against the wood of the stage and the noise of the room began to fade away.

Someone tapped her on the shoulder and as Elsa turned around, her brown eyes grew wide as she looked at the person standing in front of her.

“You know the show ended about an hour ago…right?” It was Jinxx, in all of his guitarist glory and he was standing right in front of her. Elsa tried to breathe, she tried to speak, but nothing was really coming out.

“I-uh-um…yeah. Yeah I was just-uh-just trying to commit it to memory.” She stuttered and then felt like smacking her forehead because she sounded like an idiot, complete with a rosy blush.

Jinxx only smiled at her, taking her in from her combat boot covered feet to her ripped BVB tank top and her BVB warpaint that matched his own (face and body), that made him smile.

“I don’t blame you. There’s just something about a show that makes you feel…” “...alive” she finished for him and they both smirked at one another. Jinxx noticed that this girl was blushing and then he realized that he hadn’t introduced himself or asked her for her name.

“I’m Jinxx…” He said, holding out his hand and Elsa’s mouth dropped open as she quickly tried to remember what her name was. This guy made her more nervous than she thought he would…why? He was just a guy…just a good-looking guy who could play the guitar like a fucking God.

“I-I’m Elsa.” She finally managed to get out and she smiled as she looked at Jinxx, taking his hand, it felt so warm and rough against her soft cool one she marvelled.

He had changed into a baggy sweatshirt, a pair of unripped skinny jeans and an old pair of boots and had tied a bandana around his head. His face was clean of all makeup, but his hair was still slightly teased and his eyes had some liner around them.

“It’s nice to actually meet you. I remember you – you were right in front of me the entire show…” His voice trailed off and the two of them seemed to be lost in a moment.

For whatever reason – call it fate – Elsa felt comfortable around Jinxx, she even felt something like the legendary zing Dracula had told her about when he looked at her and when he touched her hand during ‘Rebel Love Song’.

“Yeah, it was a great show. Well, I guess I’d better go so you guys can head out…” She said as she smiled at him and then turned to leave, putting on her Mystic jacket that she dug out of her backpack, seeing as she was getting a bit cold (she wasn’t really, but it was how she blended in – the cold never really bothered her anyway).

She hadn’t moved four steps before Elsa her him say “Wait!” and felt his hand on her pale arm and she spun around to face him.

His blue eyes were looking deep into her brown ones (ZING!) and she felt like she could melt right then and there, something she wasn’t nervous about for once.

“Um, I know we just met and everything and I hope this doesn’t sound weird… but I’m hungry and I was wondering if there was anywhere around here where we could get some food?” He asked her and Elsa only smiled.

He was asking her out, in the most roundabout way possible, but he was still asking her out.

“Well there is a McDonalds within walking distance. Do you wanna get food there?” She asked and Jinxx only smiled as he nodded his head, held up one finger and then disappeared backstage. Elsa just stood there with her hands in her jacket pockets and her pack on her back, looking around and watching silently as a crew came out on to the stage and began to break things down.

She could hear off in the distance, loud laughter and male and female voices. They were probably partying it up back there and it was strange to her that Jinxx didn’t want to partake in that – instead he wanted to walk to McDonalds with her and then what?

What did he expect from her? She wouldn’t mind doing things with him, but for some reason, Elsa felt like there was more to them than that.

Finally, Jinxx reappeared having told the guys where he was going and the two of them began to walk towards the street entrance of the building. The night was nice, the air cool as it whipped around their heads and Elsa’s black and bright blue hair flowed out behind her like a flag.

They were stopped a light, the golden arches calling out to them, when the unthinkable happened. Jinxx, slowly and without looking at her, reached down and took Elsa’s hand in his own.

She felt breathless and as they stood there together and then began to walk towards the other side of the street, she couldn’t help but smile a little bit.

This hadn’t been what she was expecting, nor had she expected Jinxx to offer to buy her food, which he did and he also held the bag – she carried their drinks – and her hand in his while they walked back towards the bus.

It was huge and Elsa only looked at Jinxx as he knocked on the door with his knee and it popped open – should she go on there? What would she find? He only smirked at her, nodding his head towards the stairs and then they both walked up to the front of the bus.

“I think the guys are still inside showering and sucking up the wi-fi, so we should be alone for a little bit longer…” He smiled at her from over his shoulder as Jinxx dropped her hand and sat down at the small kitchen table as Elsa put her backpack down and shrugged off her beloved Mystic jacket she wore everywhere.

She followed his lead and sat down opposite him - this was such a weird experience, but she was enjoying it all the same.

“Okay... you really didn’t have to buy my food…or invite me on to your bus Jinxx. It was just awesome meeting you” she said shyly and they only smiled at one another as they both began to eat their food.

Elsa hadn’t realized how ravenous she was until she bit into her burger, but she had to make herself slow down and not seem like a pig as she ate.“So… do you play any instruments?” He asked as he finished his burger and Jinxx smiled as that cute blush ran across Elsa’s lightly freckled nose once again.

He had just met this girl, yet there was something about her…something comforting and familiar. “Guitar…” She said as she took a sip of her drink and then laughed.

Jinxx’s eyes had grown wide and a sly smile fell on to his lips. He reached for her hand and Elsa allowed him to pull her up and lead her off towards the back of the bus. “What are we doing?” She said as they passed the bunks and she could instantly make out whose was whose.

Ashley’s had crumpled sheets and smelled like perfume – him being the ladies man that he is. Andy’s was messy and had his green notebook sitting on the mattress. Jake’s was tidy and she could see that CC’s was filled with empty Monster cans (no surprises there). Jinxx’s had his violin sitting on top and it looked like he kept things fairly in order.

“We’re going to have a little jam session…I want to hear you play.” He smirked at her as he pushed open the door to the back lounge and they both entered it silently.

The lights flipped on and Elsa felt her non-existent heartbeat speed up – she didn’t play for anyone – not even her closest friends. She had been mocked enough that her confidence in playing music with other people was low, practically not there at all, which was why she used an alter-ego when she did perform.

“Oh, um…okay.” She said softly as she took a seat on the black leather couch and then took the guitar that Jinxx was handing to her. His blue eyes were filled with so much excitement that suddenly Elsa felt at ease.

“Follow me?” He asked, a smile on his face and Elsa only nodded as Jinxx began to play Coffin. She strummed her fingers over the strings, nodding her head to the beat and without even realizing it, Elsa began to sing.

I don't owe you anything
You'll only die a dream forgotten
I've got my pride so hear me sing
I'll never let you steal my coffin

NEVER LET YOU STEAL MY AFTERLIFE!
NEVER LET YOU STEAL MY AFTERLIFE!
NOOOOO!

They played and sang for what seemed like an hour, both Elsa and Jinxx harmonizing and they couldn’t help but smile at each other – they kind of worked as a guitar duo. They moved through a few more songs and then stopped to take a break and just talk.

They talked about all sorts of things – dreams, ambitions and their childhoods. Both were a lot alike and Elsa smiled as she noticed that Jinxx had taken her hand in his and was running his thumb over her skin.

He seemed to be moving closer and closer to her and she only blushed as finally his lips brushed over hers softly, she kissed him back instantly. Jinxx moved his other hand from his lap and soon he was gripping her black & blue hair between his fingers as his tongue ran over her bottom lip.

She allowed him entry and soon their tongues fought a battle for dominance, with Jinxx winning, both moaning slightly.

Was this even happening right now? Elsa could feel him against her skin as the two of them moved to lay down against the couch with him above her, the guitars forgotten on the floor as they explored one another.

His hand reached out for her – he seemed so desperate for human contact and she could see why…being on the road a lot was probably lonely.

There was more though – they were connected and not even the four guys standing in the doorway to the back lounge could break that connection.

Elsa nearly jumped out of her skin as she stopped kissing Jinxx and just so happened to look over to see Andy, Ashley, CC and Jake looking at the two of them with smirks on their faces.

“We’re ready to head off dude…” CC said, laughter in his voice and Elsa felt her face flame as she quickly sat up and pulled her shirt down that had ridden up while they made out, her bright blue bra not visible anymore.

Ashley was smirking at her, nodding his head and Andy also had a smile on his face. CC and Jake were attempting to stifle their snickering but failing.

“Oh! Hey guys…this is, uh…this is Elsa.” Jinxx said as the couple sat up on the couch and just looked at the band before them, both Elsa & Jinxx breathing heavily, with her face as rosy as it would have been if she’d spent a few hours in the snow.

Elsa didn’t know where this was going…but it would make one hell of a story to tell someday.

Notes

major shout-out to Broken Wing who made a one shot of me & jinxx (i inboxed a request for it) which i transformed into this, so thank you so much!!!
( http://www.blackveilbridesfanfiction.com/Member/21108/ )