The week went by quickly. I asked Anna if she could be our drummer and she greatly accepted. My other friend Iris got just as shocked as Scar did and accepted too. I had my band ready. I told them all about John and they also freaked out, knowing he’s the man that helped Black Veil Brides. I guess you could say we all looked up to the band, they have all helped us in some way.
I was in my car, black Nissan Maxima, driving to pick up everyone. I invited Scar to move in with me and she accepted, the move wasn’t going to happen until tomorrow though. I drove down to her apartment, when I saw her fiery red hair. I smiled at honked at her and pulled to the curb. She looked up with a smile and ran to the car. Getting in the passengers seat she squealed in excitement.
We talk the whole ride to pick up Anna and Iris, who happened to live together. When we were all in the car we drove down to the studio, of course we were all nervous. Parked outside we all sat there, the rest of our lives were determined by what was going to happen in there today. We could either make our dreams come true or not. There was no in between. We all took a deep sigh and continued to stare.

“You guys ready?” I whispered. They all slowly nodded there head.

I unlocked the doors and we all piled out. I took deep breaths and counted to ten over and over again. I tried not to shake or seem nervous; we’ll see how long that last. As we were all clearly nervous we walked down the sidewalk up to the door. I stood in front of everyone, then knocked on the door. I could hear voices inside; John and about two other people. I heard John’s voice getting closer to the door till it opened, with his smile.

“Crystal, nice to see you,” he looked behind me, “and your band, again.” I grinned.

“Great to be here. This is Scarlett, Anna, and Iris.” I pointed them out.

“Hello ladies nice to meet you. Crystal your idea is better than mine!” he laughed.

“Idea?” I questioned.

“I asked for a female fronted band, but a band with only girls is even better! Genius!” he smiled. “Come in, come in. I’m just here with a few friends discussing a concept for a video. I hope none of you get stage fright they’ll be staying. Do any of you mind?” he talked as we started walking in and down a small hall were he stopped by the door. We all shook our head, none of us had stage fright.

“Good. Let’s just hope you can control your fan side.” he laughed and held the door for us.

We were all confused as to what he meant by “fan side” until we walked in and saw who was sitting there. I froze and I bet a million dollars everyone behind me froze too. Sitting on a couch was Patrick Fogarty and none other than the famous Andy Biersack. They both smiled at us. When John walked past me, blocking my view from Andy for a few seconds, that’s when I managed to look away.

“Alright then, ladies, have a seat.” he pointed to the whole couch that Andy wasn’t taking up. Everyone sat far from him as possible, leaving me next to him. “I assume you don’t have any songs written for yourselves.” he told us as he sat down.

“You’re right. We’re kind of new at this.” I turned red. Oh my god I’m never nervous why was I now? Oh that’s right, Andy.

“I thought so. We can start you guys off as cover artist. Then if that works out smoothly I myself will help out with the writing.” he smiled. “But for today just to see your potential, I’ll have you give us a small show. Does that sound good?”

“Perfect.” I smiled, my confidence was coming back.

“Great. Any song you think you can impress me with. Well not just me, Andy here is quit interested in you Crystal, he hasn’t stopped staring.” John laughed. My head flew to Andy when I caught his eyes quickly looking away.

“Uh, I actually can sing a few Black Veil Brides’ songs.” I whispered.

“Great, take your time to decide while I get set up here.” he spun his chair around and began playing with all the buttons.

I turned to look at my band they all turned with a smile, “We decided what song.” Scar said.

“Oh, ok…”

“Resurrect The Sun. We can all play it perfectly and I can only imagine how amazing your voice will sound.” Anna spoke up.

“I mean…” I was interrupted.

“It also has piano parts that I can play.” Scar said.

“Yeah. We’ll play it.” I smiled at them. I turned to tell John but turns out he heard the whole conversation.

“Resurrect The Sun, it is. Anna here are the drum sticks. Iris bass is inside with the pick. Scarlett piano is to your right and Crystal microphone and guitar is ready for you.” he smiled.

We grinned at him and walked into the recording room. Andy moved into a chair and wheeled closer to John and whispered something to him, John nodded in return. They both began to press buttons and move things around. John was on the computer when he told Andy something. He moved the chair to what looked like a small microphone. When he spoke into it his voice was in the room.

“Alright you guys will here three rings, then the green light on top of the window will turn on. When it does start playing.” he smiled at us. I gave him a thumbs up and he grinned then rolled back to John. We heard the three rings and then the light flashed green. That’s when Scar began to play the piano. I took a deep breath away from the microphone and began singing on my point.

“Here in the echoes, madness grows. The years of my sinning teach me show a heartless feeling of pain and regret. These wounds were open, like lines in the sand. The world is sleeping, but they still have hope so… I pray for mourning, I swear I’ll never let you die. These saints within us can bring this moment back to life. And my heart’s held high, with this battle cry I’ll march on. On the horizon we will, resurrect the sun.” I sang and played, while Scar sang background vocals.

“For the darkness, has broken our homes. All that we wish for, like fools on a rope. I can feel it, the desperate control. A burning passion when love takes its toll. Yet souls have a reason and I wont let go. I pray for mourning, I swear I’ll never let you die. These saints within us can bring this moment back to life. And my heart’s held high, with this battle cry I’ll march on. On the horizon we will, resurrect the sun, sun, sun! Resurrect the sun, sun, sun! Resurrect the sun!” I sang and began the guitar solo.

“The world is sleeping, but they still have hope so… I pray for mourning, I swear I’ll never let you die. These saints within us can bring this moment back to life. And my heart’s held high, with this battle cry I’ll march on. On the horizon we will, resurrect the sun, sun, sun! Resurrect the sun, sun, sun! Resurrect the sun, sun, sun! Resurrect the sun, sun, sun! Resurrect the sun!” I sang with all my heat again. While Scar sang too.

Once the last chord was played I looked at my band and smiled. I then looked at John and Andy. John had the biggest grin on his face and Andy’s face looked like it just seen a ghost. John turned with a laugh and told Andy something. Andy still staring at me slowly nodded. I gave him a shy smile when he walked to the door. When he opened it he walked to me.

“You guys are fucking amazing. You’re even better than us!” he looked so excited. “John, dude, you have to sign these girls!” Andy yelled.

“I am! Once you tell me your band name!” he laughed.

I looked at all of them. I never thought about this. I never really gave it any thought. They all looked at each other and then at me. They all gave me the ‘you pick’ look. I looked at Andy who was smiling. Then it hit me, the greatest band name that I heard in an interview. I smiled and looked at John, “Literally Black.” I smiled. I looked at Andy who began to laugh. All the girls behind me said they loved it.

“Alright, Literally Black, welcome to Republic Records.” he smiled. The other girls and I screamed and hugged each other. It came true, our dream came true.

We were signed by a record label! We officially had a band! And better yet, we meet our idol. The man that inspired us to be where we are today, Andy Biersack.

“Come here Andy, we should hug you too!” I told him and brought him in. We all tightly hugged him one by one, saving me for last. When I put my arms around him, I felt like I have just touched God. This man in my arms has saved my life, inspired me, helped me…he’s done everything for me. He truly is my hero.

“Thank you…” I whispered to him and held him a little bit tighter.

“Don’t thank me, it was all you guys.” he said. “I’m glad to know you are all fans.” he whispered.