(A/N: If you want, listen to this song while you read. It fits with the title a lot!! 
Also B/F/N means best friend's name! Anyway, enjoy!)

It's been 5 years, 5 years since you last saw Brian. You went to Imperial college together. You used to study together every night with Brian since you both were in astrophysics together. You planned to finish college and get your PhD's. But, ever since Brian dropped out to be in Queen, he hasn't contacted you since.

He said he'd keep in touch, and that he'd call you on tour. He never did. For a while you were just angry, but now your heart ached like hell. You missed him dearly, and your best friend B/F/N said you should just get over him already.

That's not how it works when you're in love with someone. You love Brian more that anyone could ever comprehend, and he's been gone for 5 years now. You tried to move on from him, but you just couldn't.

Brian's band was famous now, and you were a big fan. He's been touring all over the world, and he most likely forgot you existed. You don't blame him though. He has way more exciting things to think about.

December of 1979

You're just sitting and reading a book when you hear a phone call. You run down the hall to answer it. When you pick up the phone, there's an excited B/F/N on the other end.

"Y/N. GUESS WHAT!" B/F/N screamed into the phone.

You rolled your eyes. "What is it?"

"BRIAN'S BAND, QUEEN IS COMING TO LONDON IN A WEEK!!"

Your heart dropped. You'd been wanting to see Brian for years now, and you would finally get the chance possibly to see him. Your stomach flipped and a smile formed on your face.

"Really?!!" You could keep your smile from growing.

"Would I lie to my best friend about the love of her life coming back?" B/F/N remarked.

You screamed. Like, actually screamed. You hoped that the people in the apartments next to you didn't think you were being attacked or something.

"CAN WE GET TICKETS?!!"

"Shhh Y/N calm down.." She giggled. "I already got us 2 backstage tickets so we can meet with them after!"

Anxiety hit you like a frying pan. You didn't want to actually have to talk to him. You know you'd most likely say some things that weren't appropriate if you saw him.

"B-but what do I even say to him? What if he doesn't remember me? What if I say the wrong thing?"

"Y/N chill. He's the same Brian you knew 5 years ago, just with different hair and he might be slightly taller. There's nothing to be afraid of." She stated.

"Just walk up to him and say 'Hi! I'm Y/N. We were best friends that studied together all the time!' and see where that goes."

"I guess.." You sighed. "What day is the concert?"

"It's on a Friday night!"

"Alright I'll see you then B/F/N!! Talk to you later!"

"Ok bye Y/N!"

You hung up the phone, both anxious and excited to go see Brian live on Friday. You knew you would spend the whole week thinking about what to say to him.

Time Skip: Friday

You woke up to hear a banging on your front door. You sighed, getting out of bed and walking down the hall to answer the door. It was B/F/N at your window. You rolled your eyes and opened the door.

"Y/N!!! It's the big day!" She hugged you tightly, and you patted her back in return.

"B/F/N. It is 8 AM. Why did you wake me up this early?"

"We're going SHOPPING! We're going to get you a cute outfit."

"Fine. Let me get dressed and eat first." You rolled your eyes and went to your bedroom to get ready.

You got ready, applied your makeup, and brushed your hair all in the span of 10 minutes. B/F/N dragged you out of the house and you headed to a nearby restaurant to eat, and then to the mall, where you would go buy outfits for the concert. You bought a Queen shirt and some jeans.

Time Skip: 6:30 PM That Night

It was almost time to leave for the concert, and you were shaking. B/F/N would be at your apartment to pick you up any minute now, and you didn't think you were prepared. The thought of seeing Brian again was making you want to throw up from the anxiety.

A loud knock on the door snapped you out of your thoughts, and you opened the door to see a very cheerful B/F/N. She immediately pulled you outside, bringing you into a hug.

"Y/N are you excited to see your love??" She teased, poking your side.

"Oh shut up B/F/N!" You laughed slightly. "I mean if I'm being serious, yes. But I'm scared he won't remember who I am..."

"Stop that shit!" B/F/N playfully punched you on the shoulder. "He totally will remember, you were best friends!"

(A/N: Anyone get the reference?😼)

"If you say so.."

Yet ANOTHER Time Skip: Once they arrive at the concert hall

"We're here Y/N!" B/F/N grinned, dancing in her seat. "Come on, let's go before we're late!"

B/F/N hopped out of the car, running to your side and pulling you out. You almost tripped, but she made sure you didn't fall. Both of you ran into the venue quickly, grabbing your backstage passes, and going to your front row seats.

The concert started right as you found your spots on the floor, and you saw Freddie, Roger, John, and lastly Brian come on stage.

Brian was wearing a flowing white shirt with a pair of black pants on the bottom. On his feet were those clogs you knew he loved to wear. You laughed when you saw them.

His hair was grown out more now, he had just gotten a perm before he left for Queen, but his hair was more wavy before than curly. His structure and face never changed, he was still as beautiful as always.

Your heart felt like it was going to explode, seeing how elegantly he was strumming his guitar, and the way he bounces his knee when he really got into it made your heart thump out of your chest and your knees became weak.

Brian began to play something that sounded familiar on his guitar. You knew it right when you heard it. You and Brian were hanging out after classes one day, and he was writing a song. He called it "Keep Yourself Alive".

You were getting major flashbacks from years ago when you and Brian were inseparable. You couldn't believe that Brian got to live his dream. He would go on and on about touring with a band, and it made you proud that his dream came true.

You stared at Brian the whole time, watching his every move. The way he would dance around when he was into the song made you smile from ear to ear. He would hop back and forth on his feet and every time he did it, you would giggle.

Eventually, Brian played the last chord of We Will Rock You, and the concert was over. You cheered loudly for them, and so did B/F/N. You smiled at Brian, and you could have sworn that he looked at you for a second.

It was time for the part you've been dreading the most. Meeting Queen. Sure, you loved Freddie, Roger, and John with your whole being and were very happy to meet them. But with Brian, you were terrified. You loved him so much, and you were afraid of any kind of rejection.

The line backstage was short, only a few other people were ahead of you. You were the last in line. The line seemed to shorten quickly. And soon enough, you were next. One of the security guards came to get you.

"Ladies, come with me this way!" He waved you over and B/F/N flashed you a knowing look before following the guard. You followed behind her, excited but extremely terrified to see Brian.

You walked through a long hallway, until you finally reached the dressing room. It had a sign on it that said "QUEEN" in all caps. The guard let you in and right in front of you sat Freddie, Roger, John, and lastly Brian.

You hid behind B/F/N since you were so anxious. She tried to remove you, but you wouldn't budge.

"Sorry about my friend guys. I'm B/F/N. And this is my best friend Y/N."

You blushed, figuring that Brian might recognize your name, but you couldn't tell from behind B/F/N.

"Darling don't be shy! We don't bite, unless you want us to." Freddie winked and you giggled.

"S-sorry guys I'm just really nervous." You stuttered, coming out from behind your friend.

Your eyes immediately landed on Brian's, which were wide with surprise and a hint of anxiety. You smiled at him, and that seemed to wake Brian up from his trance.

"Y-Y/N?" Brian's eyes filled with tears. You nodded, running up to him and jumping on his lap, wrapping your arms around his thin torso. Brian's arms wrapped around you as well, and you admired his warmth and his scent, something you'd missed for what seemed like forever.

"Am I missing something?" Roger scratched the back of his neck. "Do you two know each other?"

"Yeah what's going on darlings?" Freddie asked, flashing Brian a funny smile.

"Y/N and Brian were best friends in college and they used to study together all the time. Is that right Y/N?" B/F/N explained.

"Y-yeah.. That's exactly it." You grinned, embracing Brian once more.

"How about we go talk with B/F/N in the other room while Brian and Y/N catch up!" Freddie clapped his hands together in excitement.

"You don't have t-" Brian tried to say before you cut him off by placing a finger over his lips.

"No. I have a lot of things to talk to you about. You giggled and Brian looked surprised yet happy that you intervened.

"Alright come on boys, we're going in the next room. Bye lovies!! And don't forget to use protection!" Freddie teased you, running out of the door.

"FREDDIE!" Brian yelled, blushing a deep crimson. You laughed at how embarrassed Brian was.

You realized as the others left the room that you'd been sitting right in Brian's lap for a decent amount of time now. You blushed and hopped off his lap onto the couch.

"Uh.. Sorry." You cleared your throat and looked down at your hands.

"No no it's fine!" Brian smiled at you awkwardly.

You smiled back, admiring how cute he was when he was nervous. It became uncomfortably silent, and your thoughts began to wander.

"Why did you make a promise you knew you wouldn't be able to keep?" You said quietly.

"What was that Y/N?" Brian looked at you.

You looked up at Brian. "I said, Why did you make a promise you knew you wouldn't be able to keep?"

"What do you mean?"

"I mean.. when you left to go with Queen on tour 5 years ago and said you'd 'keep in touch.' You never called me. What the hell Brian?!" You yelled, tears threatening to fall out of the corners of your eyes.

"Y/N..." Brian sighed. "I-I'm so sorry Y/N. All I cared about in the beginning was my tour and how my band was succeeding, and by the time I remembered to call you, I thought you would hate me because I didn't call you for so long.."

You were silent for a few moments, enough to make it extremely awkward again. You just thought about what he said, processing how it would feel to be in his shoes.

"I-" You were cut off by Brian placing his fingers under your chin, lifting your face up to look him in the eye.

"Y/N." Brian's eyes were full of tears now. "I-I just need to do this ok? If you're uncomfortable just say the word."

You had no time to respond before Brian pressed his lips onto yours. Your eyes widened, and you didn't kiss back out of shock, causing Brian to pull away.

"I'm sorry Y/N I know this is-"

"Shut up and kiss me."

You pulled him by his shirt collar into a kiss full of passion. You'd been dreaming forever about being able to feel his beautiful lips on yours, but now it's a reality. You were kissing the love of your life.

His smooth lips against yours felt better than you could've ever imagined. You cupped his face in your hands, and Brian's tongue prodded at the entrance of your mouth, which you gladly opened up for him. Brian's hands found your waist and a quick moan escaped your lips, which was easily swallowed up into Brian's mouth. Brian broke the kiss to breathe.

"Y/N I've been wanting to do that for so long... You have no idea how-"

"Me too Brian. This might sound crazy but I...." You paused. "I love you. I'm so in love with you Brian."

"I love you too Y/N. I love you more than anyone else in my life. I'm so glad you're back." Brian sniffed, fighting back tears.

"Bri come here." You held your arms out for him.

Brian happily leaned into your arms, wrapping his around you as well. You both knew deep inside that you'd never let each other go ever again.

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