Fanatic Fangirls.
PART ONE.
It was the first day of senior college. Aisha was optimistic about this year and what it would enfold. She had always been an outgoing person who befriended all her batch mates, be it school or classes. College was going to be no exception. She wasn’t some it girl with a wardrobe of shoes. You could actually call her a tomboy. At least, she liked being called that.
Aisha listened to the songs. By the end of the second song, she was close to tears. And by the end of the fifth song, she was dancing in her bedroom. She left 7 messages to Ruchi, which went like this:
Heyyy!
I just listened to Terry Ross!!!
Guess what? I love her!!
I mean, her songs are so real and filled with emotion.
The youth can connect to these songs so easily!!
I have all her albums on download right now and I don’t even know how I didn’t know about her!
I seriously owe you one for introducing me to her.
In the meantime, Ruchi was having lunch. She saw her soon-to-be-best-friend’s messages twenty minutes later. She was thrilled and the happiest at that moment. She replied, ” I know right? She just makes life better. Some of her songs seem like they are taken right out of my life!” Aisha replied in seconds, quoting a lyric, “This life just keeps on getting better.. better”. Ruchi smiled and texted back, ” Look who’s a fangirl now!” “Oh yes! We are the fangirls!” Their chat continued for a long time discussing more about music and little about college. A bond of friendship was born as they drooled in the fandom of Terry Ross.
The following couple of weeks went fast. There were assignments, presentations, studies and exams. Aisha had talked to everyone in her batch but every one was not a friend like Ruchi. On the other side, Ruchi only had one friend in Aisha. One day, they both were returning home from college by bus. They had their headphones tucked in their ears and were enjoying themselves. After one point, Aisha started to lip sync. She made hand gestures that went along with the actions in Terry’s music video. Ruchi joined her. The rest of the people didn’t matter to them as they were engrossed in the music.
Soon, they had a twitter account dedicated to Terry Ross. For people who are unaware of this, there are millions of accounts on social networking sites like twitter and tumblr that are pure fangirl/fanboy accounts. Their twitter experience was one of joy and adventure. Whenever there was any award show, both of them spent their time tweeting for Terry to win. The most appealing fact was that they were not the only ones, which made them feel not insane. They even befriended two girls, Geet and Shruti who lived in the same city and were equally crazy about Miss Ross. Geet was a graduate whereas Shruti was a 26 year old working woman. They had a group on which they chatted constantly. Internet friends weren’t so bad after all.
Then, one day, Terry announced the news of her new album. The fangirls had no chill. Their excitement levels reached the roof and blasted above it. They couldn’t wait for Terry’s new album! Aisha began, ” I cannot wait till 10th of March! That’s three months away!” Ruchi said, “I already know that her album is going to be fantastic. I just want her to tour India this time!” “Hold on, what if she never tours here? She knows that she has crazy fans here, right? We cannot just wait till she comes here!” “We don’t really have an option, you see!”, replied Ruchi in a sad tone. Aisha replied, “I guess you’re right.”
PART TWO.
Those three months flew by. There was a lot of studying to do for the finals, which went pretty great for both of them. Aisha and Ruchi were free by first week of March. Finally, 10th March came. Aisha came over at Ruchi’s place for a sleepover. Geet and Shruti joined them as well. By then, the four of them became pretty close. They even hanged out a lot of times. The album titled ‘Binary’ was out. After listening to it once, they realized that this album was on a whole new level. Terry just kept on raising the bars for herself with such incredible lyrics, sweet vocals and mesmerizing music. The four were mind-blown. They jammed to the album in a loop for five times. It was exhilarating and astounding to be a part of something so beautiful.
The next day, they watched their favorite Bollywood movie named ‘Queen’. Aisha got a lot inspired by watching that film. She thought, “If Rani can survive in a city like Paris, then why can’t I? She can’t even speak proper English and doesn’t have any confidence either. Apart from all that, she grew into such a mature person in a short trip! Then why can’t I do the same?” The movie always made her feel this way, but this time it was serious. She was an independent, confident and wise girl. And so were her three pals. Then why couldn’t they achieve their dreams together? Maybe they could. She devised a plan. ‘Mission Terrry Ross, Australia’. Aisha convinced her parents after some of her usual techniques. Geet and Shruti were ready for it. There was going to be major convincing at Ruchi’s home. Her girl gang gathered at her home. Aisha tried her charm. Geet showed the practicality of the situation and that there was no harm. Shruti’s words made the difference. She was a grown up. So, Ruchi’s parents finally agreed when they understood how sensible and caring Shruti was. It was quite unbelievable to them even. They were going to see Terry Ross!
By the end of the next day, it was decided that Aisha, Ruchi, Geet and Shruti were going to Australia to watch Terry Ross live in concert!! Destiny was with them. Right from convincing their parents to accepting their own fearfulness to travel without them, they made up their minds to witness the luckiest and the most awaited day of their lives.
First of all, I can connect with your characters' love of music- certain songs and singers have gotten me through highs and low of my life. Secondly, I really like right from the beginning that you establish the main characters through indirect characterization.
Nice short story! I enjoyed reading the friendship development of Aisha and Ruchi. Eager to read about what happens next!
I love how creative you are! You always intrigue my mind!
Awesome. I want to start doing something like this on my blog! Xx
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