Flashing lights lit up the crowded club, illuminating faces lost in the music, the bass reverberated through the floor as the crowd surged together in a wave, but to you, it all felt distant. You were there only for your younger sister, who was completely lost in her obsession with Shawn Mendes. It was the third time they had attended one of his shows, and once again, she had managed to convince you to come along.

Your sister, as always, was immersed in the music, screaming and singing along with the other fans, completely oblivious to everything else around her. You, on the other hand, didn’t share the same excitement. You could never understand what your sister saw in the singer, and truthfully, tonight wasn’t much different from every other concert. You tried to keep up with her, but the space was too tight, making it impossible to focus. For a split second, you looked away, and when you turned back, she had vanished, swallowed up by the sea of eager fans. The bright lights, the noise, the people—it all started to blur together. Panic began to stir. You couldn’t afford to lose her like this.

Determined, You pushed your way toward the edge of the crowd, glancing around frantically. The backstage area. She had to be there—there was no way she could have resisted the temptation to get closer to him. Without a second thought, you darted toward the backstage entrance, brushing past security. As you neared the door, the sounds of the concert faded into a distant thrum. Then a tall figure—too familiar to be anyone else—burst past you. It was Shawn Mendes, trying to outrun the paparazzi, his face a mix of frustration and determination.

You barely had time to register it before someone ran into you and your foot twisted awkwardly. The sharp pain shot up your ankle, and you collapsed to the floor, your vision spinning, helpless in the middle of the chaotic scene.

You looked up, dazed, and there he was. The very Shawn Mendes, standing right in front of you, with a genuine, concerned expression. "Are you okay?" he asked, his voice gentle, yet steady.