Erynn's POV:
After the fun interview with Saffron, The others and I decided to indulge some of the fans waiting right outside the studio, we've heard that they've been there since this morning and I know for sure that Paige won't be happy about this, but she's not here so that's on her.
Once the doors opened, we were met with screams and squeals and just a lot of happy voices around. It's been mind blowing how quickly we garnered a following in just a short span of time. To think that exactly a year ago, not one person recognizes us walking down the streets and to now that we can't even take a step out of our flat without encountering a fan outside our door.
We interacted with the fans, took selfies and sign some autographs. I for one had to decline when one fan wanted me to sign her bra, The one she's wearing. Heidi and Thalia had no problem doing it, but just thinking about Saffron's reaction is enough for me to decline.
"Oh my god Erynn! I love you!" Squealed a fan behind me.
"Thank you so much!"
"Erynn!"
"Erynn! Where's Saffron!"
"Yeah where's your girlfriend?"
I subtly flinched while signing a poster of the band after hearing that question. I know that no one knows about us aside from our close friends so I'm quite sure that the fans know nothing and they're just teasing but I couldn't help my guilty reaction, I've never been good at lying anyways. I just hope that no one noticed.
I laughed and cringed at how fake it sounded, whirling around to look at the fan who said it. "You're silly! She's not my girlfriend —
"Not yet!" Another fan cut me off.
I shook my head, laughing shyly at them, if only they know. "Anyways, to answer your question, Saffron is inside." I answered, moving to stand beside Caoimhe, who's standing with the other two in front of the door, in perfect view of everyone.
"Do you want to meet her?" Heidi suddenly asked, encouraging the fans to scream out Saffron's name and getting them excited.
"Yesss!!!"
"YESSSSS!"
"Saffron! Saffron! Saffron!"
"Oh Gosh, look what you did babe!" Thalia laughed in disbelief, surprised at how excited our fans are for Saffron.
"Promise you guys will behave though! Remember she's not a celebrity!"
"She is now!" The same fan from earlier cut Caoimhe off, earning her chuckles from people around.
"Ok ok! Geez! Erynn will get her!" Caoimhe exclaimed, putting her hands up before pushing me towards the door. I could only laughed as I went in, leaving the crowd of excited fans outside.
I started walking towards Saffron's Dressing room, hoping she hasn't left yet. As I was about to knock, the door suddenly opened, startling both Saffron and I. She's removed her makeup and got dressed in a soft cropped sweatshirt that Paige gifted her, a pair of white denim jeans, a bucket hat she stole from Heidi and her reading glasses. Looking just about ready to go home.
"Oh Erynn!" "Hey babe." I replied, pecking her on the cheek. "Hi, what are you doing here? Are you guys done?" She asked, closing the door behind her and leaning on the wall. I shook my head and said, "actually, the fans outside are asking for you. Are you down to meet 'em?"
Saffron's eyes widened a bit, pointing to herself she asked, "me? Why?"
I couldn't resist not squeezing her fluffly cheeks so I did. "Because they want us to be together remember? You can just say hi and go, if you want."
Saffron thought about it for a moment and replied, "okay, why not? They already think we're girlfriends, that's why they're asking for me I guess."
I got confused by what she said, tilting my head to the side, "huh? Aren't we girlfriends?"
"What do you mean?"
"What?"
A moment passed quietly, both of us looking confused as ever. For entirely different reasons though. I lightly laughed, running my hand through my hair. "Let me get this straight Saff, you don't think we're girlfriends?"
"Of course I do!" She exclaimed, claiming my hand in hers. "I considered you my girlfriend from the first time we kissed. It's just that I didn't think you thought the same."
"You are so cute." I let out, squeezing her face in my hands, giving her a quick peck on the forehead. "Of course you're my girlfriend Saffy, I wouldn't be doing all this if you weren't you know?"
She tried to nod while her face is still in my hands, I chuckled releasing her from my grip. "It's just that we never really talked about it, so I wasn't really sure." She explained cutely, a blush creeping up her neck. She's so cute!
"I'm sorry, I didn't think we had to. I mean I already told you I can be anything for you." I said, winking at her. She shook her head and pushed my face away. I laughed, grabbing her hand and kissing her palm.
"Now that we had that cleared up, you ready girlfriend?"
She blushed, entwining our hands together. "Ready girlfriend." She replied teasingly, giving me a wink in the end.
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"What took you so long? Did you get lost Rynn?" Heidi teased the moment the doors opened again. "Lost in Saffron's eyes you mean?" Caoimhe added to the teasing. The fans cheered seeing Saffron beside me.
"Oh my god! You're so pretty Saffron!
"Hi Saffron!"
"You're so hot!"
Saffron was immediately bombarded with greetings and questions, which she surprisingly handled with grace. She kept waving and smiling like she's done this before. I didn't realize I was smiling at her like the lovesick fool I am until Caoimhe nudged me. "You're drooling." She teased. I cleared my throat to get rid of the trance I found myself in, nudging Caoimhe lightly in response.
"One at a time guys! Saffron is not used to you guys yet." Thalia, the mother of the group, reminded everyone. Pulling Saffron closer to her and putting her arm around the girl's waist.
"It's okay, Thank you for the warm welcome...I guess?" Saffron said shyly, giggling at herself. I could see how visibly all our fans swooned at her cuteness. I don't blame them.
"Saffron!" A fan shouted, gaining Saffron's attention.
"Yeah?"
"Do you like Erynn?"
Me and the other members laughed at the bluntness of the person. While her fellow fans giggled and added to the teasing. I caught Saffron's eyes and raised my eyebrows at her, keeping quiet at the side. She smiled at me and looked at the fan who asked the question. I held my breath waiting for her answer.
"Yes.."
I exhaled the breath I was holding.
"But I like Heidi more." She ended her sentence, laughing at her joke.
"Ha! I knew it! In your face Erynn!" Heidi jumped in, pointing a finger teasingly in my face. Putting her arm around Saffon's neck and giving her a sloppy kiss in the cheek, or at least attempting to before Saffron pushed her away, slapping her arm and laughing out loud. I pretended to be upset, crossing my arms and stomping my foot. (Like P'fa during that one Likay scene)
We stayed for a few more minutes before all of us bid goodbye to everyone. The band and I have rehearsals after this while Saffron is going back to the office.
"Hey Saff, what time do you get off work tonight?" I asked, walking her to her car. I opened the car door for her, letting her get in.
"Depends on how much work needs to get done." She replied, looking up at me from the driver seat. I leaned on the open door and asked her, "wanna go on a date tonight?"
"Sure babe. I'll see you later then?" She agreed, giving me a smile only reserved for my eyes.
"Great, I'll see you later, drive safe baby." I gave her a quick peck on the lips, before closing her car door and watching her drive away. I walked towards the band's van and got in.
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Erynn couldn't help but feel a rush of excitement as she got ready for her dinner date with Saffron. Despite the fact that they had been seeing each other for a while now, it still felt like they were on their first date.
Erynn wore her favorite black dress, styled with her leather jacket and colorful boots. As she made her way to the restaurant, she couldn't help but feel nervous and giddy, like a high schooler going to her first dance. Saffron hasn't failed in making her feel like this even after all these months.
When Erynn arrived at the restaurant, Saffron was already seated at a table by the window. She got off work earlier while Erynn got stuck recording some vocals for a song. Saffron offered to pick her up at the studio but seeing as the restaurant is closer to Saffron's office, she made the girl go to the restaurant first and she'll just follow once she's done.
Saffron looked stunning in a black dress that complemented her glowing pale skin perfectly. Erynn felt her heart skip a beat as she made her way over to her.
(Like this but add a leather jacket to Erynn.)
Erynn sat down, and their eyes met as they shared a chuckle about how they were both wearing black. "Hi love." Erynn greeted. She couldn't help but feel grateful for this moment, a moment where they could be together and enjoy each other's company. "Hi yourself." Saffron replied cheekily.
While waiting for their dinner, Saffron and Erynn reminisced about their early days , how they had both known there was something special between them, even when they weren't ready to put a label on it.
As they were enjoying their meal, Saffron asked Erynn about her plans for their upcoming performance at a talk show they were invited in.
"So, have you thought about what you guys are going to play?" Saffron asked.
Erynn took a sip of her wine before responding. "Not yet, but I was thinking we should play one of the unreleased songs that we've been working on, Instead of singing the same song over and over again. I'm sure fans are tired of it."
Saffron nodded in agreement. "Yeah, that sounds like a good plan. Your fans are going to love it!"
Erynn smiled back at her. "I hope so! And speaking of fans, have you seen the comments on my Instagram posts lately? They're really curious about our relationship."
Saffron chuckled. "I know right? They keep asking if we're dating, but we still haven't confirmed anything."
Erynn nodded. "Yeah, I know. Honestly, part of me wants to tell them everything, but the other part of me wants to keep it private for now. I love my fans but you saw how they are earlier."
"They were nice though!"
"Yeah but would you want to experience that almost everyday?" Saffron had a realization and understood where Erynn was coming from. The fans are nice but it indeed could get tiring, experiencing that frequently.
Saffron nodded in agreement. "Yeah no, let's be discreet for now. After all, you're just starting to get recognition and fame, and I want to make sure that the band's music gets all the attention it deserves. Revealing our relationship to the public couldntake away the attention from that."
Erynn smiled at her and took her hand. "You're right. Our music should be our focus for now, but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy our relationship in private."
Saffron squeezed her hand back, and they shared a moment of comfortable silence, just enjoying each other's company. Erynn smiled as she looked at Saffron, the gentle curve of her lips and the spark in her eyes making Erynn's heart beat faster. She felt so lucky to be with someone who made her feel so alive and inspired.
As the night drew to a close, Saffron turned to Erynn and gave her a soft, lingering kiss on the lips. Erynn felt her knees weaken at the touch of Saffron's lips, and without thinking, she leaned in for another kiss.
As they parted, Saffron smiled at Erynn. "That was amazing," she said softly.
Erynn felt a warmth fill her chest at Saffron's words. "Yeah," she said, her voice breathy. "It really was."
As Erynn took Saffron's hand and they left the restaurant, Saffron leaned into her, and they both smiled, knowing that they'd created a moment that would last forever. Erynn felt a sense of contentment wash over her. She was happy to be with someone who understood her dreams and ambitions and was so supportive of her music.
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"Hey Erynn."
"Mmhm?"
"Do you wanna come over to my place? You can meet Phalo."
"Phalo?"
"Yeah, my fish."
"...Your fish?"
"My goldfish."
"Oh"
"Yeah"
"Okay"
"Great!"
(A/N:) Another Update! We're getting closer and closer to the angst! You ready? Can you guess what the problem will be?