Chapter 1: A Wasted Life

Minutes later to my surprise I found myself at thr concert venue.

"Hmm, this is my second concert in my 21 years of age" Donald said. A college student turning 21. My first concert was when I was 18 years and I tell you, it couldn't live up to the hype, well to me. Entering inside where the concert is being held, and paying the gate fee, I found myself surrounded by all kinds of people.

As I walked through the entrance, the pulsating beat of the music grew louder with each step. A sea of heads bounced and swayed to the rhythm in front of the dimly lit stage. Strobe lights flashed wildly, temporarily blinding me each time they spun. The air was thick with excitement and mingling scents of perfume, cologne, and sweat.

I pushed my way through the crowd, taking in the chaotic atmosphere. Couples grinded against each other while groups of friends danced together, shouting lyrics. A beer spilled on my sleeve from an overly enthusiastic dancer but I didn't mind. Everything felt surreal and energizing after spending so much time studying.

It was a freaky concert and everyone was.. well freaky. I'd never seen so many expressive and unique styles under one roof before. Offbeat styles like colorful mohawks, wild neon outfits, tattoos and piercings everywhere. It seemed like a safe place to cut loose and be oneself.

"Sigh, well I hope this concert can awaken the dead lively spirit in me " I went on with the crowds taking shots after shots. I hardly get drunk. Taking shot's because i don't know how to dance or mingle around people without being approached first. My friend group had all gone their separate ways after high school and I felt awkward being alone amidst people who seemed like they know each other.

The shots warmed my body and eased my inhibitions. I started swaying to the music, eyes closed, losing myself to the rhythm. All thoughts faded except feeling the bass pulse through my veins. When I opened my eyes, a cute girl smiled and began dancing with me. We didn't speak but danced in sync, I figured if i let myself with the flow I might be able to dance and we dance for the duration of a few songs. I got tired , it wasn't exciting or thrilling as i hoped. Don't get me wrong am not an introvert or an extrovert, you can call me an ambivert.

'Another failure, nothing at all, I don't feel anything ' I thought sighing afterwards. The rush seemed to fade too quickly, leaving an empty feeling. I needed something more substantial to shake me out of my loner rut so I decided to head home to read any novel I could see.

I exited the concert, well not while taking a drink with me , I paid and i need to make use of it call me petty but that's how it is. The alcohol buzz and energetic music had lifted my mood for a while but familiar loneliness still lingered underneath. Wandering outside, the night breeze helped clear my head. I wondered what greater risks I could take to truly feel alive.

Coming back home with foot, enjoying the night cold breeze. It would be winter soon. While sipping the drink a masked man pooped out from an alley like he was some kind of a batman. Well I was close to the conclusion of the sudden turn of an event, I was close because that wasn't batman rather the man that created Batman.

"Give me everything you have, now!!" The masked man yelled , slowly I raised my hand , honestly I hated being yelled at but that's the least of my problem presently, I was surprised at myself because In a situation like this I have watched and heard how people were terrified and scared shitless. But their was the feeling on my chest like my cold heart getting warmer, like electricity passing through all my nerves with the mixture of Adrenaline. It was like being imprisoned for a long time and finally getting your freedom.

'Am I ...Am I... excited' slowly I was grinning

"HEY!!" the masked man took me out of my thoughts

"Well Sir, I don't have anything " I said calmly while smiling well it wasn't my fault I just couldn't help it.

"You think I am some kinda of a joke" the masked man said, but yeah according to a movie I watched you were an arch enemy

"I don't sir, I really don't have anything on me" I said

"Don't fucking mess with me" he came closer slowly. I wondered why, he is the one with the gun, he was getting close but my excitement couldn't help me from staying Idle.

So i ducked halfway to the right , the masked man was trying to keep me in target while stepping back. I immediately ducked to the left, launching the half-empty cup directly at his face. He dodged it swiftly, but it distracted him long enough for me to rush in close.

My adrenaline surged as I threw a left hook, clipping his jaw. He reeled back in shock, clearly not expecting resistance , then i kicked the hand where he held the gun. I followed up with a right cross but he blocked it, regaining his composure. His fist collided with my ribs in response, knocking the wind out of me.

Gasping, He rushed to get the gun back ,I stumbled briefly before hurriedly meeting him up again. Fortunately the gun was farther from us, but that didn't stop him from getting the gun at all cost, him fighting for survival and me spurred on by the thrill and excitement instead of running and calling for help. I was confused about my behavior but before I could reach him , He jumped straight to the gun location took it in his hand not wanting to be caught, he hurriedly pulled the trigger

Bang…bang …bang , three shots and it wasn't beer but lead, one to my neck and two to my chest area, slowly i fell, then he ran away as quickly as possible

[A/N: Don't try this at home or alley…. ;)]

When the masked man ran away , I felt warm and dizzy , with a little bit of heat at my chest area and my neck, I think my jugular vein was ruptured, slowly bleeding and unable to move, But I wasn't scared, I was sad I wasn't able to finish my Combo like the India movie, I let out a small chuckle, Then my entire world was covered with darkness.

[A/N: You know am a lazy person, so your support would keep my writing and focused , I am not good with words or anything 😚, so please I need your support to help me with that, Have a nice day ☕️]